Oxalis triangularis
false shamrock
The rich purple of this decorative low-growing perennial is made up of 3 leaflet. This forms a dense, ground-covering mound, which in summer, is topped with sprays of blush pink flowers. A colourful addition to a rock garden or raised bed, it also offers a long season of interest when potted up on the patio.
How to care for Oxalis triangularis:
Avoid overwatering during the dormant period and in more exposed regions, move potted plants to a sheltered spot (at the base of a south-facing wall, a porch or an unheated greenhouse) in winter.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.4m
Eventual spread:
0.4m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
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Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten
10 × bulbs
£6.99
£0.70 each
available to order from winter
Unavailable
30 × bulbs
£18.00
£0.60 each
available to order from winter
Unavailable
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