Low-growing plants create a carpet of brilliantly colored, 1"–2" rose-like, double flowers that bloom on sunny days throughout the heat of summer. Very drought tolerant, moss roses need only occasional watering. Wonderful for dry banks and areas with reflected heat such as parking strips or along concrete sidewalks. Self-sows readily!
Family: Portulacaceae
Native: Paraguay, Argentina, and Uruguay
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual. May reseed to come back following year.
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: 4"-8" tall, 8" wide. 1" leaves are succulent and cylindrical.
Variety Info: 1"–2" double rose-like flowers in brilliant colors of red, cherry, rose-pink, orange, yellow, white, and pastel shades
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Drought Tolerant, Good for Containers, Heat Tolerant
