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Oxalis violacea [white flowered]
Also Known As
- Oxalis violacea alba
- White Wood Sorrel
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 6"-10"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Oxalis violacea [white flowered] plant details
Oxalis violacea [white flowered] is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Oxalis violacea [white flowered]
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: oxalidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Oxalis violacea [white flowered]
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Oxalis violacea [white flowered] plant
How to Grow Oxalis violacea [white flowered]
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
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aka Silver Shamrocks
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 4"
Width: 8"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - occasional
aka Giant Oxalis
Plant Type
Shrub, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- regular - low
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 10"
Width: 12"
- sun
- regular
- dry when dormant
aka Oxalis hirta 'Pink'
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 5"-12"
Width: 4"-6"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Redwood Sorrel
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 3"-8"
Width: 12"-60"
- bright shade - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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