Portulaca Double 0.5gm Seeds (0110)

The Portulaca Grandiflora Mix, also known as Moss Rose, is an annual bedding and rock garden plant renowned for its vibrant and diverse blooms. This semi-succulent variety thrives in sunny and dry conditions, making it a perfect choice for low-maintenance gardens. With its spreading growth habit and compact height of just 10 cm, this plant is ideal for rock gardens, borders, and containers. With approximately 11,000 seeds per gram, it is highly suited for both commercial production and mass planting, ensuring a carpet of stunning color.

Key Features:

1. Growth Habit: 

   • Type: Annual
   • Ideal Use: Perfect for sunny borders, rockeries, bedding displays, and containers.
     
   • Height: Compact growth habit, reaching a height of 10 cm, making it ideal for ground cover and small spaces.

1. Appearance: Produces semi-double to double flowers in a vibrant mix of colors, including pink, yellow, red, white, and orange, creating a lively and eye-catching display. Features fleshy, needle-like, semi-succulent leaves that retain moisture, giving it excellent drought tolerance.

1. Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy or gritty soil. Avoid heavy or waterlogged soils.
2. Watering: Requires minimal watering. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings, as the plant is highly drought-tolerant. Overwatering can lead to root rot..
3. Light Requirements: Thrives in full sun. Maximum sunlight encourages abundant blooms and healthy growth.
4. Temperature: Grows best in warm climates with temperatures ranging from 20–30°C.
5. Fertilizer: Use a light application of balanced fertilizer once or twice during the growing season to promote flowering. Avoid over-fertilizing, as it may encourage foliage growth over flowers.