How to Transplant Moss Rose Flowers
Moss rose (Portulaca grandiflora) is a drought-tolerant plant that grows to 8 inches high. Moss rose varieties are available that may produce red, pink, purple, orange or white flowers. It is a popular plant for planting in containers, along borders, in hanging baskets or in rock gardens. Most varieties bloom in the morning with the flowers closing in the heat of the afternoon, although some newer types will stay open a little later. Moss roses like gravelly soil that is well-drained. Does this Spark an idea?
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Find a location with well-drained soil to plant the moss rose. An area that receives between four and six hours of morning sun is best. Although the moss rose will live in an area with more sun exposure, on most varieties the blooms will close in the hottest afternoon sun.
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Use a small garden shovel to dig up the existing moss rose plant so you can move it to the new location. Dig at least 6 inches down so you can be sure to dig up all the roots of the existing plant. Transport the plant to its new location. If it is some distance to the new location or you cannot plant right away, dampen the roots and wrap the plant in newspaper or put it in a container. The moss rose plant will survive if taken from the soil and planted in the new location within an hour.
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Dig a hole in the new location for the moss rose plant that is deep enough so the moss rose is planted at the same level it was in the old location.
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Water the new transplant well to settle the soil around the roots. Water again if you see the plant wilting in the heat of the day.
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