Heat & Drought Tolerant Portulaca Grandiflora Mixed Moss Rose Seeds

Bees and Butterflies Lovers' Garden Mix

Elevate your garden with our unique mix, known for attracting bees and butterflies. Most of our seeds are open-pollinated and heirloom, ensuring a natural, diverse ecosystem in your garden.

Growing Instructions

1. Soak Seeds: Place seeds in warm water for 2-3 hours to facilitate germination.
2. Planting: Sprinkle and gently press the seeds onto evenly moistened soil-free growing mix or well-draining soil, then cover with a thin layer of soil.
3. Cover and Warm: Wrap the container with clear plastic to maintain warmth and humidity.
4. Lighting and Temperature: Place the container in a warm, brightly lit area with plenty of indirect sunlight, ideally between 70-75°F.
5. Maintain Moisture: Keep the soil consistently moist and mist lightly to prevent desiccation.
6. Transplant: Remove the plastic wrap once seedlings sprout after 2-3 weeks.

Thriving in Poor Soil

Moss Rose, our star variety, excels in poor, sandy soil. It can spread up to 14 inches and quickly establishes itself as an effective groundcover. This makes it perfect for enhancing marginal or challenging garden areas.

Versatile and Fast-Growing

Our moss rose seed mix is an annual flowering plant that thrives in USDA Zones 4-9. It establishes quickly and blooms profusely throughout the summer months, but dies with the first frost. However, if conditions are favorable, it can regrow from seeds that fall to the ground in subsequent years.

Ideal for Borders and Containers

This mix excels as an edging plant for sunny borders or in containers and baskets. The 2-inch, rose-like blooms in vibrant colors will continue to add beauty to your garden all summer long.

Optimal Germination and Sowing Rate

For optimal results, germination occurs at temperatures between 68-75°F within 14-21 days. Approximately 1,000 seeds will cover 20 square feet, making this mix perfect for large gardens or containers.