This charming little succulent adds a pop of vibrant pink to sunny, sandy spots in your landscape. Kiss-Me-Quick forms a low-growing mat, studded with bright blooms that open in the sunshine. It's a tough and carefree plant, perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to rock gardens, borders, or even containers.
Size at Maturity: 3-6 inches tall, spreading to 1 foot wide.
Growth Rate: Fast
Phenology: Evergreen, may die back in cold snaps but will heavily reseed.
Life Cycle: Annual (may behave as a short-lived perennial in frost-free areas)
Bloom Season: Year-round in warm climates; primarily spring through fall in areas with cooler winters.
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
Soil Texture: Sandy, well-drained soils
Soil pH: Adaptable
Moisture Requirements: Drought tolerant
Tolerance to Salt Spray: Moderate
Recommended Landscape Uses: Rock gardens, borders, groundcover, containers, green roofs.
Maintenance Tips: Very low maintenance; no fertilization required. Will self-seed readily.
Considerations:
Deer and/or Rabbit Resistance: High
Edible: Yes, the leaves and stems are edible and have a slightly sour, salty flavor. Often used in salads or as a potherb.
Medicinal Uses: Traditionally used to treat burns, skin irritations, and digestive issues.
Toxicity to Pets: Generally considered non-toxic to pets.
Florida Native Companion Plant: Beach Sunflower ( Helianthus debilis ), Gaillardia ( Gaillardia pulchella ), and Coontie ( Zamia floridana )
Wildlife Benefit: Attracts bees and other pollinators.
Caterpillar Host Plant: Not a significant caterpillar host plant.
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