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Portulaca grandiflora (Moss Rose)

Moss Rose

Portulaca grandiflora

Discontinued

Great annual for hot and dry sits. Blooms early summer to frost, and only when it's a full sunny day. Trailing stems are covered with plump waxy round leaves, flowers are doubled and 1" wide, almost like small roses. Colors range from yellow, orange, red, pink, or white. Tolerates infertile soil and long dry spells.
2008 Fall Cultivars:
Margarita Mix

Spring & Summer Annual

Flower Color:

Varies

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Height

10 Inches

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Spread

10 Inches

Characteristics & Attributes

Deer Tolerance
• High
Exposure
• Full Sun
Habit
• Annual
Water Needs
• High