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Oxalis spiralis vulcanicola 'Sunset Velvet'

Also Known As

'Sunset Velvet' Volcanic Sorrel

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-18"

planting zones

8b-11

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Oxalis spiralis vulcanicola 'Sunset Velvet' plant details

Oxalis spiralis vulcanicola 'Sunset Velvet' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with bronze, chartreuse and gold foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade and even moisture - high water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Oxalis spiralis vulcanicola 'Sunset Velvet'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: oxalidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen bronze, chartreuse and gold
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Oxalis spiralis vulcanicola 'Sunset Velvet'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - high

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Oxalis spiralis subsp. vulcanicola 'Sunset Velvet' is a non-invasive volcanic sorrel serving as a fabulous ground cover with trifoliate, shamrock-like leaves in stunning sunset hues of gold, orange, pink and coppery-yellow that fade to lime green in summer then deep magenta in autumn. Deep yellow flowers are held on coral stems just above the foliage in spring and summer on plants 10 inches tall and 24 inches wide. Use as a striking deciduous ground cover for spilling over retaining walls, containers, in the rock garden and as a house plant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Oxalis spiralis vulcanicola 'Sunset Velvet' is a non-invasive Oxalis featuring stunning gold, orange, pink and coppery-yellow shamrock leaves that fade to lime green in summer. Exhibits brilliant yellow flowers on bright, coral stems. Volcanic Sorrel prefers moist, well-drained soil and moderate water. Apply a liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season. Striking as a deciduous groundcover, cascading over low walls, and as a facing plant.