3 Rooted Moss Rose Plants – Portulaca pilosa 'Kiss Me Quick' | Florida Native | Bare Root | Magenta Blooming Ground Cover | Drought Tolerant

Add vibrant color to your garden with this set of 3 rooted Moss Rose 'Kiss Me Quick' (Portulaca pilosa), a beautiful Florida native prized for its brilliant magenta flowers with golden-yellow centers. This low-growing succulent ground cover blooms throughout the warm season and is perfect for rock gardens, borders, containers, sandy landscapes, and sunny garden beds.

These healthy rooted plants are currently grown in 4-inch nursery pots for size reference but will be carefully removed and shipped bare root to ensure safe and economical shipping. Once established, Moss Rose thrives in hot, sunny conditions and poor soils, making it an excellent low-maintenance choice for gardeners of all experience levels. Plants may also include developing seed capsules, allowing them to naturally reseed and create an even fuller flowering display over time.

You will receive:
✔️ 3 rooted Moss Rose 'Kiss Me Quick' plants
✔️ Botanical Name: Portulaca pilosa
✔️ Healthy rooted plants shipped bare root
✔️ No nursery pot included (ships bare root)
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Moss Rose 'Kiss Me Quick'
Botanical Name: Portulaca pilosa
Plant Type: Succulent flowering ground cover
Growth Stage: Rooted live plants (bare root)
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily preferred)
Soil: Well-drained sandy or rocky soil
Watering: Light; water until established, then allow soil to dry between waterings
Mature Height: 4–8 inches
Growth Rate: Fast during the growing season
USDA Zones: 9–11 (grown as an annual in cooler climates)
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant as soon as possible after arrival in a sunny location with excellent drainage. Water lightly while the roots establish, then reduce watering once the plants are established. Flowers open in bright sunshine, and slight wilting after shipping is normal—plants typically recover quickly after planting.