Mixed Double Portulaca Seeds (Portulaca grandiflora) – Also known as Sun Rose, this drought-tolerant mix produces vibrant, rose-like blooms in various colors
Minimum: 100+ Seeds
Bring a burst of color to your garden with Mixed Double Portulaca—also known as Sun Rose! This drought-tolerant beauty thrives in hot, dry conditions, producing vibrant, rose-like blooms in a dazzling mix of colors. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, Portulaca is perfect for garden beds, hanging baskets, rock gardens, and borders.
🌿 Why Grow Mixed Double Portulaca?
✔ Heat & Drought-Tolerant – Thrives in hot, dry conditions where other flowers struggle.
✔ Continuous Blooms – Produces bright, rose-like flowers all summer long.
✔ Low-Maintenance – Perfect for beginner gardeners with little watering required.
✔ Attracts Pollinators – Draws bees and butterflies, boosting garden biodiversity.
✔ Versatile & Compact – Ideal for hanging baskets, borders, containers, and rock gardens.
🌼 Growing Details
- 🌞 Sun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight).
- 🌱 Soil Needs: Well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil; tolerates poor soil conditions.
- 💦 Watering: Minimal; drought-resistant once established.
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zones: Typically grown as an annual, but can be a tender perennial in zones 10-11.
- 🌸 Bloom Time: Spring to fall, providing non-stop color.
🌿 How to Grow Mixed Double Portulaca
1️⃣ Sow Seeds: Directly in the garden after the last frost, as Portulaca prefers warm soil.
2️⃣ Spacing: Scatter seeds lightly and press them into the soil (do not cover; they need light to germinate).
3️⃣ Watering: Water lightly until germination, then reduce watering.
4️⃣ Growth & Care: Once established, Portulaca requires little attention—just sit back and enjoy the blooms!
🌞 Brighten up your garden with Mixed Double Portulaca! Its drought-proof, pollinator-friendly, and low-maintenance nature makes it a must-have for any vibrant summer display. 🌸✨