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Oxalis Triangularis, a deciduous plant commonly known as False Shamrock, Purple Shamrock or Wood Sorrel, is a species in the Oxalidacease family. It comes in two varieties: the Oxalis Regnellii which has green leaves with small, white, trumpet shaped flowers, and the other, referred to as Purple Shamrock which has purple leaves and small white or pink blossoms.
This is a very easy foliage plant to cultivate and maintain. Incredibly long lived, Purple Shamrock is not invasive and is a good choice for containers, borders, or indoors. Great as a groundcover in mild winter areas.
Top Tips & Info
- Care Difficulty – Very Easy
- Provide a bright location with an hour of either morning or evening sunlight throughout the year.
- Prevent droughts of any length throughout the growing periods.h throughout the growing periods.
Climate Zones 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 Heat Zones 1 – 9 Hardiness 6 – 11 Exposure Partial Sun
Water Needs Average Soil Type Loam, Sand Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral Attracts Butterflies
How to Start Your Oxalis Off Right
Oxalis Triangularis are plants that grow from bulbs. Propagation is usually easy and accomplished by division of the side-bulbs after a dormant period.
Divide the bulbs by separating the roots into smaller clump. When you pot them, make sure each one has its own container.
When growing Oxalis outdoors, you should find that it fares well in zones that correspond with U.S. Department of Agricultures zones 6 through 10. Plant the Oxalis with a 12 to 15 space between outdoor plants and one to 2 inches deep. Water the soil well and confirm good drainage. You’ll see blooms in about 8 weeks.
To grow your Oxalis indoors, place up to 5 bulbs in an 8-10 inch pot to create a houseplant. Water the soil well, ensuring it drains well. You can expect to see blooms within 10 weeks.
Watering Needs
When watering your Oxalis, keep the soil a bit moist and allow the top inch or so of soil to dry out between watering. If your Oxalis is container grown, it is recommended you drain the water from the bottom of the pot after watering. Too much water or poor drainage can cause root rot.
Average room humidity should be fine for indoor Oxalis. An occasional light misting will be beneficial, especially if your indoor environment becomes less humid due to heating or other climate control.
Once your plant has become dormant, it is best to stop watering the plant for about one month. When you notice new growth, you can resume your normal schedule.
Lighting Needs
When grown indoors, too little light can cause your plant to become thin and weak. If grown inside, place the plant in a southern window if possible. If a southern exposure is not available, an eastern or western window can provide the light you need.
When grown outside, it is best to plant the Oxalis in an area that receives good sunshine throughout most of the day with partial shade occurring at some point during the day.
You can give your houseplant a boost by letting it spend time outdoors when the weather is good. The brighter the light source, the more colorful the foliage and blooms will be.
Pruning Your Oxalis Triangularis
When foliage looks withered and begins to die off, this is probably a sign your plant is entering a normal dormant phase. After the foliage turns brown, you can simply remove the dead leaves and wait for the next growing phase. This could be anywhere from 2 to 4 weeks. When you begin to see new growth, normal watering and feeding schedules can be resumed.
Kindle Customer –
5.0 out of 5 stars
They are blooming
I will certainly buy these again to fill in a spot that just doesn’t get enough sun for brighter flowers. They came easily and are now blooming so I can’t complain. Thank you!
One person found this helpful
Melody Reh –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great I just wish there were more.
Every bulb sprouted I love it. I wish it was like doubled so my plant would be that much bushier. I didn’t get what the picture shows as far as amount but still happy.
4 people found this helpful
Geronimo –
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointed
I’m very disappointed! only 2 sprouted out of the 10 bulbs received.
E&L –
2.0 out of 5 stars
Order 10 bulbs
Only received 6. They were dried out and did not sprout. Very disappointing.
S-GV –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Kind of a pain
The experience has been a pain. Absolutely no support information. No company information, no marketing materials, no instructions. No tag — I didn’t even know what these were! There were a few big, healthy bulbs but most were very small. They were packaged in a plastic case — helpful if they’re sprouting, though I’d prefer a recyclable container.
6 people found this helpful
KayeKaye –
2.0 out of 5 stars
Tiny pieces
I love purple shamrocks. This company broke the roots in very tiny pieces. After four weeks about half of the root pieces sprouted. It’s a matter of time now.Review:. I had (4) out of (20) grow. The way to propagate shamrocks is to break the roots. These roots were broken into such tiny pieces. Perhaps theymay root after a year or so.
2 people found this helpful
Linda Smith –
1.0 out of 5 stars
Oxalis Bulbs
It’s a stretch to call what I received “bulbs”. They were dried up flattened “seeds”. They were dried and broken.
majo –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Doesn’t want to grow.
Got the 10 seeds. Planted them immediately. After a month 2 little sprigs have finally come up. Got my fingers crossed they make it. Was looking forward to watching them grow.
Paula Noonan –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautifl plants in a hurry.
They are like little bulbs almost, but planted they germinate quickly and grow quickly. I believe they are hardy in my zone. and I should be able to enjoy them for years to come.
Ken Snow –
1.0 out of 5 stars
did not grow
It’s been 5 weeks since planting and only one sprout came up. planted another variety from another source the same day in same soil and pots and all came up with multiple sprouts per bulb. Very disappointed
Carol Infantino –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Ordered 3 separate time
I order three different times and nothing grew with the first 2. Let’s see how this last one does
Michael C Collins –
4.0 out of 5 stars
All sprouted !
Everyone sees sprouted and they spread like crazy ! I looked in my local garden center for purple shamrock and could not find them. Was nervous to try these but I’m so glad I did !
4 people found this helpful
LG –
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing
I ordered these bulbs as a gift for my mother. Bulbs were dry and shriveled and of the 10 only one sprouted and then died despite giving them the recommended care. I would not purchase again. I ordered bulbs from another company for the same kind of plant and those grew nicely .
One person found this helpful
Kathlene Jenson –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Plant that will hrow
If and when it sproats from the surifuled up dried bulbs I got, I will rate it again then.
One person found this helpful
Patsy –
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointed
Don’t know if it was the pods or not but they looked rotten when they came but I planted them anyway and they didn’t come up and now I can’t find the pods in the dirt so they must have rotted. Disappointing
Nana –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Love the plant-
They are very very hard to germinate! They are just now starting to sprout and I planted them two months ago, but I’m still happy with them and I can’t wait to see what they look like next year!
5 people found this helpful
Lighter –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not all bulbs grew
I gave this only 3 starts because out of the 10 only 3 grew and I have green plants like this they are easy to grow you can’t kill them. Also does not look this purple it is more of a dark wine color.
4 people found this helpful
CAROLYN L SHARP –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Seed difference
The seeds were different in appearance. Some were grey/black, round and hard — like small pebbles. Regret not taking a picture. Planted them in the hope they will grow. Will see.
One person found this helpful
P. Callahan –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Most of them aren’t viable
I bought two packs of 10, and got them today. The first one had 20 bulbs, which was great because half of them were black. A couple had tiny sprouts, , and I’m pretty sure they’re viable, the rest didn’t look great, but they didn’t look quite dead yet. The second pack had one viable bulb. The rest were beyond black and turning ashy. I threw them all in a pot anyway, and we’ll see what we see. Fingers crossed.
11 people found this helpful
rileystone –
2.0 out of 5 stars
Tiny corms
The corms I received were the smallest I’ve ever seen. I did plant them and 3+ weeks later I have only 2. Too small to use.
Eva Jimenez –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Dormant or dead, will soon find out.
Planted them in our yard and have been anxiously waiting for them to sprout. So far not a single one has germinated, but it’s still cold at night. Too early to know if dormant or dead.
3 people found this helpful
Annie –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Glad I bought this!
This is my third order of these. Each one turned out to be a bit different than the previous order…..always surprised and I love it! They grow within 4 days of planting and grow so fast it seems that I could actually sit there and watch them grow,LOL! These are just so much fun!
4 people found this helpful
Tracy –
1.0 out of 5 stars
Bulb or not?
Contents arrived in a plastic (ziploc type) bag. It appeared to be small clusters of dirt and not bulbs at all. To the touch, these contents didn’t even feel like this plant’s bulbs. I know how this plant’s bulbs look and feel; I previously planted some 4 months ago; totally different. I have no idea if I planted bulbs ( a little over a month ago) or just dirt. Maybe something will sprout soon.
Kirsten Barnes –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Only half came up.
About 4 came up, and they are already getting ready to bloom those cute pink flowers. Super pretty plants.
4 people found this helpful
Kindle Customer –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Lower your expectations
Do not expect what you get in this picture. Each bulb sends up one, maybe two very delicate leaves. I have tried growing them in three different conditions with the same results. Maybe over time they will get more robust but do not expect what is in this picture unless you plant 100 bulbs in a very small pot
David Huff –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Your not going to receive 10 usable root stock
40% of root stock was rotten when received.
7 people found this helpful
Unique –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Grow great
Love how the flower grew in as shown
myrna mylesmyrna myles –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love this plant
This is my 1st plant. I put all 10 bulbs I put all 10 bulbs in the same pot. I ordered another pack for outdoor potting 4 weeks ago but those haven’t sprouted yet… I just realized I never submitted the first review. The second order of bulbs(seeds) didn’t bloom at all..not 1 leaf. The 1st plant is still thriving.
Nibia M. Cedeno –
5.0 out of 5 stars
It is beautiful!
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This looks so gratifying, it is just beautiful!
dlpz: –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Aún en duda!!
Realmente no sé si vayan los bulbos a florecer, se ven muy marchitos, y como con natas blanquecinas no traían instrucciones, espero haya valido la pena el haberlos comprado, espero de verdad que me funcionen. Gracias!!
3 people found this helpful
Christopher Ross –
2.0 out of 5 stars
No growth
Usually have pretty good luck with Amazon plants, but neither myself of my mom saw these sprout
Haley Fox BlogHaley Fox Blog –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Super excited to see them grow
I am super impressed with these bulbs. I love gardening and growing flowers, so I have seen every bulb out there, but for these to be shipped and fall out of an envelope, they were as nice as ones I would get from a nursery. Very good price too, better then what I would pay locally. Can’t wait to see these grow into a beautiful plant. Good price, highly recommend.
3 people found this helpful
Danny Canelon –
3.0 out of 5 stars
me encantan esta plata es cuestión de suerte si crecen todos ya que veo muchos deshidratados
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Vamos a ver qué sucede si crecen o no ya que hay muchos deshidratados y no se retoñen
4 people found this helpful
J.R.J.R. –
2.0 out of 5 stars
Bulbs in poor shape
Bulbs received were in very poor shape – I have planted and will see if they grow. Will update my review later. But for now – very disappointed.
Mark M. –
2.0 out of 5 stars
Viable Bulbs?
I tried some in the Spring. Planted 20 and 3 came up. I planted another 40 this Fall. We will see…
Bshllym –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Plant
Thank you
Amazon Customer –
4.0 out of 5 stars
The plant grew quickly
No instructions
One person found this helpful
3DCal –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good Customer Service But Needs Better Quality Control
I ordered this three times….1 pack was Ok, a 2nd was obviously not viable….dry, flat, black.They replaced it quickly, but the replacement bulbs were no better.The seller was good to refund even though I wasn’t able to return the bad bulbs.I asked them to be sure to inspect the bulbs before shipping, and hope to see theirreviews improve. 😜👍
5 people found this helpful
Jewel –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Healthy looking teeny, tiny bulbs.
Hope they bloom as shown in the picture. Will not know until spring.
Alvena Stanfield –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great product
I gave this to someone. I suppose it grew. Don’t know.
Does not secure to seat properly. It slides all over the place. Child dies not like. Unable to figure out wher n how to affix cup holder. –
2.0 out of 5 stars
Seeds fungused
They were rotten on arrival. Could not even return to get my money back
Paco –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not viable seeds
There was only a couple seeds and the rest was a split korn into 7 parts. My viability was 2 with heat pad and grow tray
2 people found this helpful
Sew Bug –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Easy to grow!
I call them purple shamrocks. Easy to grow but it does have a large root system. The flowers were showing within a few weeks!
Chris L HannahanChris L Hannahan –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great bulbs Starting to sprout quickly.
My picture is of the first bulb that sprouted after 4 days. I started the bulbs in a Mericle Grow potting soil with slow release ferterlizer. Misting the soil daily and keeping in a sunny location. Its day 8 and three more bulbs have sprouted.Bulbs arrived in perfect condition. No moldy bulbs that other reviews have mentioned.
Beth BallekBeth Ballek –
5.0 out of 5 stars
All sprouted in few days, very easy!
I put them in the pot per directions & they sprouted in few days & this pic was when they are 1 1/2 – 2 weeks (pic taken in rain & at night, which is why they are closed up.) During the day they are big & a pretty deep purple color! Very happy with my purchase!
Amazon CustomerAmazon Customer –
3.0 out of 5 stars
3/10 are growing
Bulbs where in good condition, 3 already had some sprouts. So will see how things go. Well it’s October and only 3 out of 10. They are a very deep plum purple and I love it. Wished more came up.
One person found this helpful
Kindle Customer –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lovely plant.
As advertised. Beautiful and very unique.
Linda –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Happy
Received 12 and three were sprouting. The other bulbs were healthy. Will buy again.
Sara McCoy –
2.0 out of 5 stars
Non growing bulb or tubers in shipments.
Tubers arrived promptly however even tho planted promptly very few came up. Resulting in skimpy appearance. So I reordered although not sure it was from Same supplier. The second order arrived promptly and were planted promptly and almost none have actually put out any plants. I don’t want a refund nor do I want to send them back but I do want Amazon to know I’m not at all happy with the product.
Kindle Customer –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Only 2 of 10 grew
The bulbs were moldy looky. Planted over 6 weeks ago and only 2 have come up.
5 people found this helpful
snowdog –
5.0 out of 5 stars
My purple Shamrocks are Beautiful and Came Up in Such Short Time
I ordered these Purple Shamrock bulbs and waited about a month and there was not one sprout. I ordered them again and planted them as soon as they arrived, and to my surprise the started coming up in less than two weeks. That was about three weeks ago and are all up and started to bloom yesterday. They are beautiful and their delicate pink flowers are very pretty.I am very happy with this order.
3 people found this helpful
Nunya NachoNunya Nacho –
1.0 out of 5 stars
Bulbs arrived all dried up
I am very suspicious that these are all dead. I’ve been growing shamrocks since I was a kid (my green is a third generation offshoot from my Gran’s) and I’ve never seen the “bulbs” look this bad. They’re all dried up, a couple look like they have dried mold on the end, and a few others look like small black rocks. These few are the best looking of the lot, yet they are all dry. I have planted them, if they come up, I’ll change my review. If nothing happens though, I want new, fresh bulbs sent to replace them. Capisce?Update: Two weeks and no sign of anything.
5 people found this helpful
John –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dried Up
Little bulbs arrived dried up.Soaked for 24 hours.After a week of waiting I dug them up. No bulbs could be found.All had rotted into the soil.Very disappointed, because I have nothing to show for my purchase to get a refund.
5 people found this helpful
Sue W. –
1.0 out of 5 stars
Bad bulbs
The bulbs never came up. They are planted in good soil, in a sunny window and kept moist. They are not worth the money or the effort! Don’t buy these
One person found this helpful
Jan McNulty –
2.0 out of 5 stars
Seeds did not come up
Only one seed came up. Can you have company contact me and maybe replace?
One person found this helpful
llindall –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Haven’t sprout yet
The bulbs came in plastic sealed small package. Some of the bulbs were a bit sticky out of the bag. It’s my first time buying it so I wasn’t sure if how they were supposed to be. It has been a month since I planted them, only one seed sprouted and look great, all others haven’t. My own data shows 10% germination rate.
4 people found this helpful
Christina popeChristina pope –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Sprouted bulbs
The seeds arrived this evening 7/6/23 in a timely fashion as expected. The seeds are approximately the size and shape of a small olive pit. I immediately noticed that several seeds/bulbs had sprouted a root. There were a few black ones and some were a brownish color. About a good six or seven had a root but i planted them all anyway just to see if the black ones will end up growing or not. I planted 5 in a medium pot that I already had and the other half I planted outside. So I will update when or if they begin to pop up. In the picture there’s only 5 shown because I was so excited that I ran outside to plant them without think about taking a picture of the packaging or the condition of the seeds so you can see the ones that I ended up planting in a pot inside. I will try to remember to update on the progress.
8 people found this helpful
RiversongRiversong –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fast growing
I was a little put off by the tiny sopping wet package, and then I opened it and it looked like they were covered in mold. But I dropped them in the little planter anyways to see what happened. Internet said 3 weeks until sprouts. I had 2 after 3 days. This pic was a week later.
4 people found this helpful
tabatha –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Decent
Easy to grow but only about half of them bloomed. Which was expected for the low price.
One person found this helpful
Julie A. –
3.0 out of 5 stars
planted a while ago…still haven’t come up.
Will update if they do come up, but as of now, I’m kind of losing hope that they will.