Oxalis vulcanicola 'Zinfandel'
Volcanic Sorrel 'Zinfandel', 'Zinfandel' Volcanic Sorrel
Fast growing, Oxalis vulcanicola 'Zinfandel' is a tender perennial, usually grown as an annual, forming a lush mound of velvety, deep burgundy, clover-like leaves. Blooming continuously from mid spring to late summer, the handsome foliage is topped by delicate, bright yellow flowers. Borne on pinkish stems, their throat displays small burgundy lines in perfect harmony with the burgundy foliage. Easy to grow, this Oxalis looks great cascading out of containers or window boxes.
- Grows up to 6-10 in. tall (15-25 cm) and 10-12 in. wide (25-30 cm).
- Easily grown in well-drained soils in sun to part shade. Oxalis vulcanicola is semi-succulent, so the plant is impressively drought-tolerant.
- Self-cleaning, no deadheading necessary.
- This Oxalis is perennial in hardiness zones 9-11, but treated as an annual in cooler areas.
- Propagate by cuttings and by division.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
- Native to Mexico.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Oxalis |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
| Height | 6" – 10" (15cm – 25cm) |
| Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
| Spacing | 10" – 12" (25cm – 30cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Uses | Hanging Baskets, 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 | 9
– 11 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Oxalis |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
| Height | 6" – 10" (15cm – 25cm) |
| Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
| Spacing | 10" – 12" (25cm – 30cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Uses | Hanging Baskets, Patio and Containers |
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