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    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

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 4"

    Width: 8"

    • sun - mostly shade
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    Zones

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 10"

    Width: 12"

    • sun
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    Zones

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    Size

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    Width: 4"-6"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
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    Plant Type

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    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 3"-8"

    Width: 12"-60"

    • bright shade - shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
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