Shamrocks belong to a broad genus from open spots in fresh soils in partial shade in woods in the Northern hemisphere respectively in montane and subalpine regions in rocky soils in full sun in the Southern hemisphere (the Andes in South America). They are either annuals or herbaceous perennials, whereas few species make shrublike branches. Annual and perennial species make dense floriferous carpets in early spring. Easily grown in any humus rich, slightly moist soil in partial shade to full sun respectively in any rich, very well drained, slightly rocky soil in a protected spot in full sun for subalpine members from the Southern hemisphere. Shrublike species must be grown frostfree throughout the year.
Sow the dustlike seed on top of any humus rich, well drained soil. Only slightly cover seeds and keep soil always moist from beneath. Winter hardy Oxalis species require a cooling period for several months before they germinate in late spring to early summer, thus during winter place pots outside in a protected spot. Carefully transplant the dormant rootstock to the garden as soon as leaves start to wither and plants go dormant in summer.
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Oxalis (Shamrock)
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Oxalis gigantea (Giant Shamrock)
50 (100)cm, Giant Shamrock is an evergreen to deciduous member with narrow, twining branches and yellow flowers in comparison to most other Oxalis species which are herbaceous annuals or perennials. Native of arid regions in Western Chile. Easily grown in any rich, very well drained soil, at a minimum of some 15°C throughout the year in full sun. During dormancy keep plants drier. Sow flat on any rich, well drained soil and keep sowings at some 20°C in a sunny spot. V-VIII.
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Oxalis squamata (Ojos de Agua)
8 (12)cm, Ojos de Agua is a herbaceous perennial with a short and dense basal leaf rosette and numerous showy bright lilac pink flowers. Native of dryish rocky spots in subalpine regions in Chile. Sufficiently winter hardy if planted in any rich, very well drained soil in a protected spot in the garden with shelter from winter wetness. Excellent in the rock garden. Seeds from a wild collection in VII Region, Reserva Nacional Radal Siete Tazas at some 2300m. Sow flat on any rich, well drained soil and keep sowings at some 20°C in a sunny spot. USDA Climate Zone 7/8. VI-VII.
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Oxalis violacea (Rose Wood Shamrock)
10cm, Rose Wood Shamrock is an herbaceous North American perennial with showy bright rose to lilac-rose flowers above bluish green leaves. Makes dense floriferous carpets in early spring before deciduous trees unfold their leaves. Easily grown in any humus rich, slightly moist soil in partial shade to full sun. First flowers to be expected one year after sowing. Sow seeds flat in any rich, well drained soil and keep pots outside during winter. Seeds require a prolonged cooling period after sowing and will germinate in mid spring the following year. USDA Climate Zone 6. III-IV.
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