Portulaca ‘Tangerine’
Portulaca ‘Tangerine’, also known as Tangerine Moss Rosecomma-sign is a vibrant annual prized for its bright tangerine-orange flowers. This variety of Portulaca is perfect for adding a bold splash of color to sunny garden bedscomma-sign containerscomma-sign hanging basketscomma-sign and as ground cover. Known for its drought tolerance and heat resistancecomma-sign it thrives in drycomma-sign sunny spots.
Specs
Citrus Bright for Summer Delight
Portulaca ‘Tangerine’ is a sun-drenched favorite, featuring bold tangerine-orange flowers that thrive even in tough conditions. This ground-hugging spreader adds tropical flair to containers and drought-tolerant gardens alike.
Product Highlights
Category: Flowering Annual
Bloom Time: Spring through fall (continuous blooming)
Growth Habit: Mounding and spreading
Mature Size: 6 to 8 inches tall, spreads up to 18 inches
Hardiness: USDA Zones 9 to 11
Ideal Temperature Range: 70 to 100°F
Flower Color: Tangerine-orange
Light Needs: Full sun
Water Requirements: Low to moderate
Bloom Size: 1 to 2 inches
Pet Safe? Yes – non-toxic to pets
Best Uses
Ideal for xeriscapes, hot patios, and pollinator-friendly beds that need low-growing color
Pro tip: Use in containers with gritty, well-draining soil to mimic its natural environment.
Portulaca ‘Tangerine’ is a sun-drenched favorite, featuring bold tangerine-orange flowers that thrive even in tough conditions. This ground-hugging spreader adds tropical flair to containers and drought-tolerant gardens alike.
Product Highlights
Category: Flowering Annual
Bloom Time: Spring through fall (continuous blooming)
Growth Habit: Mounding and spreading
Mature Size: 6 to 8 inches tall, spreads up to 18 inches
Hardiness: USDA Zones 9 to 11
Ideal Temperature Range: 70 to 100°F
Flower Color: Tangerine-orange
Light Needs: Full sun
Water Requirements: Low to moderate
Bloom Size: 1 to 2 inches
Pet Safe? Yes – non-toxic to pets
Best Uses
Ideal for xeriscapes, hot patios, and pollinator-friendly beds that need low-growing color
Pro tip: Use in containers with gritty, well-draining soil to mimic its natural environment.
Key Features:
Bloom Time:
Spring to Fall
Growth Habit:
Mounding & Spreading
Mature Height:
MINI (under 12 inches)
USDA Zone:
Temperate (Zones 7 to 9)
Temperature:
Heat Tolerant
Color:
Orange
Light Requirement:
Full Sun
Water Need:
Low
Bloom Size:
Small
Pet Friendly:
Yes