Oxalis Seeds – Wood Sorrel

Oxalis, commonly known as Wood Sorrel, is a charming plant admired for its clover-like foliage and delicate, star-shaped blooms. It is an easy-to-grow ornamental that adds a graceful touch to gardens, containers, and borders. The vibrant foliage and cheerful flowers make it an excellent choice for both indoor pots and outdoor landscapes. Known for its resilience, Oxalis thrives in various climates and offers continuous beauty from spring through fall.

Features:

• Produces attractive, trifoliate leaves and dainty blooms in shades of pink, white, or yellow (varies by type).

• Grows well in containers, rock gardens, and shaded garden beds.

• Compact growth habit ideal for decorative borders and small gardens.

• Long flowering period with low maintenance requirements.

• Can be grown indoors near sunny windows or outdoors in mild climates.

• Adaptable to various soil types with good drainage.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Oxalis spp.

• Common Name (US): Wood Sorrel

• Plant Type: Perennial (grown as annual in cooler zones)

• Bloom Color: White, Pink, or Yellow (depending on variety)

• Foliage: Clover-shaped green or purple leaves

• Plant Height: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)

• Sunlight Requirement: Partial Shade to Full Sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained, loamy or sandy soil

• Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering

• Germination Time: 10–14 days

• Days to Bloom: 60–75 days after sowing

• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after frost or start indoors 6 weeks prior

• Spacing: 8–10 inches apart

• Growing Season: Spring to Fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 6–10

• Best Planting Months (by Zone):

  • Zones 6–7: April to May

  • Zones 8–9: March to April

  • Zones 10+: February to March

• Use: Garden borders, containers, window boxes, ground cover, decorative landscapes