Oxalis depressa (Wood Sorrel)
Wood Sorrel, Oxalis inops, Oxalis dammeriana, Oxalis otaviensis
Oxalis depressa (Wood Sorrel) is a small tuberous perennial boasting widely funnel-shaped, bright rose-pink flowers with yellow hearts over a long season. Blooming from summer to fall, they are borne atop the handsome foliage of silvery green, clove-like leaves. Easy to cultivate and maintain, this plant often naturalizes well and will gently spread in the garden. Good choice for containers, along walkways or as a cheerful ground cover.
- Grows up to 2-6 in. tall (5-15 cm) and 3-4 in. wide (7-10 cm).
- Thrives in well-drained soils in sun or part shade. Needs a sheltered site.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
- Native to South Africa and South America.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 7
– 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 7
– 10 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Oxalis |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 2" – 6" (5cm – 15cm) |
| Spread | 3" – 4" (7cm – 10cm) |
| Spacing | 3" (7cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Pathways, Patio and Containers |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 7
– 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 7
– 10 |
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Oxalis |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 2" – 6" (5cm – 15cm) |
| Spread | 3" – 4" (7cm – 10cm) |
| Spacing | 3" (7cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Pathways, Patio and Containers |
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