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Oxalis triangularis ssp. papilionacea 'Mijke'

Also Known As

  • Oxalis regnellii var. triangularis 'Mijke'
  • Mijke Purple Wood Sorrel
  • Mijke Shamrock

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-10"
  • W: 8"-15"

planting zones

  • 7b-11

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Oxalis triangularis ssp. papilionacea 'Mijke' plant details

Oxalis triangularis ssp. papilionacea 'Mijke' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with burgundy and purple foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Oxalis triangularis ssp. papilionacea 'Mijke'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: oxalidaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and purple
Mature size: 8 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, edging plant, long-blooming, rock garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Oxalis triangularis ssp. papilionacea 'Mijke'

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Looking for startling color contrast in your Alpine or rock garden? Wishing for a more spacious yard? Did you know that dark purple recedes, creating the visual impression of a larger space? Try growing this mass of DEEP egg plant-colored foliage and you’ll see! This South American native gradually spreads to 6-10” tall by up to 15” across, with tiny, pale pinky-lilac blooms floating just above the deep purple 3-or-4 leaved “Shamrocks” from spring through late fall. ‘Mijke’ is a great way to add easy pizazz to a window box, dress up the ankles of a gangly-stemmed companion, or bring some dusky elegance to the underbelly of a border! Likes good drainage. Since it’s a bulb, it may have a short period of dormancy in winter - not to worry, it’s just resting! Hold off on the water while the days are shorter and trim away brown foliage.

Gardening facts about Oxalis triangularis ssp. papilionacea 'Mijke' plant

How to Grow Oxalis triangularis ssp. papilionacea 'Mijke'

  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Foliage Color

    • burgundy
    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
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