Oxalis violacea 'Purple Butterfly'
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 3"-6"
- W: 18"-24"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Oxalis violacea 'Purple Butterfly' plant details
Oxalis violacea 'Purple Butterfly' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with burgundy, chocolate and green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Oxalis violacea 'Purple Butterfly'
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: oxalidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous burgundy, chocolate and green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Oxalis violacea 'Purple Butterfly'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Gardening facts about Oxalis violacea 'Purple Butterfly' plant
How to Grow Oxalis violacea 'Purple Butterfly'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- burgundy
- chocolate
Flower Color
- lavender
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 5"-12"
Width: 4"-6"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- regular - low
Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 10"
Width: 12"
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-60"
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- regular - drought tolerant
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