Oxalis purpurea [Salmon]

Also Known As

Salmon Wood Sorrel

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 6"-10"

planting zones

8b-11

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Oxalis purpurea [Salmon] plant details

Oxalis purpurea [Salmon] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and winter apricot and salmon flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects 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 purpurea [Salmon]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: oxalidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: apricot and salmon blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, rare, rock garden, unique, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Oxalis purpurea [Salmon]

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

How pretty is this rare color of “Wood Sorrel”? Sweet 1.5-2” flaring trumpet-shaped flowers of a most lovely shade of peach highlighted with a yellow throat give you something to smile over from late fall to mid-spring. Plant it in a pot right near a door so you can enjoy it during the coldest days. To only 6” tall and creating clumps of pretty clover-like foliage, the bulbs readily increase over time. Easily grown in medium well-drained soil. Summer deciduous. It can be overwintered – dry – indoors. A .5” top-dress of compost in Fall helps them increase.