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Oxalis spiralis 'Zinfandel'

Also Known As

  • Oxalis vulcanicola 'Zinfandel'

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 6"-10"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Oxalis spiralis 'Zinfandel' plant details

Oxalis spiralis 'Zinfandel' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen annual / biennial with bronze and purple foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Oxalis spiralis 'Zinfandel'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: oxalidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen bronze and purple
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, spreading

GROWING CONDITIONS for Oxalis spiralis 'Zinfandel'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A cute little accent plant with small wine colored clover like foliage accented by tiny yellow flowers throughout the season. 'Zinfandel' has a spreading habit, making it useful tucked in beds or spilling from pots, and pairs nicely with bolder foliage. Grows 4-6" tall and spreads.

Gardening facts about Oxalis spiralis 'Zinfandel' plant

How to Grow Oxalis spiralis 'Zinfandel'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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