Moss Rose seeds establish easily and produce the perfect ground cover plants for an eye-catching display of long-lasting, tropical color.
Groundcover Specifications
Season: Annual USDA Zones: 4 - 11 Height: 6 inches Width: 14 - 16 inches Bloom Season: Early summer to late summer Bloom Color: Mix Growth Rate: Aggressive Environment: Full sun Soil Type: Well-drained, dry, pH 6.1 - 7.5 Deer Resistant: Yes Latin Name: Portulaca grandiflora
Planting Directions
Temperature: 70 - 80F Average Germ Time: 7 - 14 days Light Required: Yes Depth: Press gently into the soil but do not cover Sowing Rate: Approximately 1000 Moss Rose seeds cover 20 square feet Moisture: Keep soil slightly moist, but not wet until germination Plant Spacing: 12 - 15 inches
I do not have an indoor garden so I am waiting until spring to plant. I will try planting closer to Feb or March in small pods watering with spray bottle, and slowly introduce the plants to outdoor conditions.