Oxalis triangularis

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Purple Shamrock

 
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Information by: Sunset        Photographer: Tina Olsen Binegar

 

Description

Ornamental shamrock-shaped foliage is rich burgundy red. Creates a loose mound 5" tall, 10" wide. Dainty pink star-shaped flowers.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Summer, Intermittent

 

Leaf Color

Purple

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Tropical, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Indoor, Patio, Raised Planter

 

Special Uses

Container, Small Spaces, Hanging Baskets

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.