Description
Oxalis Double Luck Shamrock Collection – Purple & Green Shamrock Bulbs
Double the charm, double the color, and double the garden WOW!
Bring a little luck and a whole lot of beauty to your garden with our Oxalis Double Luck Shamrock Collection! This delightful pairing combines the dramatic, deep-purple butterfly-shaped foliage of Oxalis triangularis (Purple Shamrock) with the cheerful green, burgundy-centered leaves of Oxalis tetraphylla 'Iron Cross'.
Together, these two showstopping shamrock varieties create a beautiful tapestry of rich color, playful texture, and delicate pink and lavender-toned flowers. Their eye-catching foliage brings interest to your garden even when the plants aren't in bloom!
Perfect for cottage gardens, patio containers, window boxes, and decorative planters, these easy-to-grow Oxalis bulbs add a whimsical touch wherever they're planted. Mix them together for a lush, colorful display or plant them in alternating sections for a striking patterned arrangement.
And here's something we especially love: Oxalis foliage responds to changing light, with leaves that gently fold in the evening and reopen with daylight. It's a little bit of everyday garden magic!
What's Included
- One package of Oxalis triangularis bulbs – Rich purple, butterfly-shaped foliage with delicate pale pink to lavender blooms.
- One package of Oxalis Iron Cross bulbs – Bright green, four-part leaves with distinctive burgundy-purple centers and cheerful pink flowers.
Why We Love Them
- Spectacular Foliage: A stunning combination of deep purple and vibrant green leaves.
- Double the Garden Interest: Two complementary varieties create a layered display of color and texture.
- Perfect for Containers: Beautiful in patio pots, window boxes, decorative bowls, and mixed planters.
- Delicate Blooms: Charming pink and lavender-toned flowers add softness to the colorful foliage.
- Easy to Grow: A delightful choice for gardeners who want maximum impact with minimal fuss.
- Indoor & Outdoor Versatility: Grow outdoors in warm climates or enjoy as a houseplant in a bright indoor location.
Easy to Grow Features
- Hardiness Zones: 8–10; grow in containers and overwinter indoors in colder climates
- Mature Height: 8–12 inches
- Spread: Approximately 3 inches per bulb or growing clump, with plants expanding over time
- Sun Exposure: Partial sun to bright indirect light; protect from intense afternoon sun
- Water Needs: Moderate during active growth; reduce watering during dormancy
- Bloom Time: Approximately 8–10 weeks after planting under favorable conditions
- Foliage Color: Deep purple, bright green, and burgundy
- Flower Color: Soft pink to pale lavender
When & How to Plant Oxalis Shamrock Bulbs
Plant a Little Luck and Watch the Magic Grow!
Unlike spring-flowering daffodils and tulips, Oxalis bulbs can be planted in spring for summer color or grown indoors in containers. In colder climates like Maryland, spring planting is ideal for outdoor displays once the danger of frost has passed.
Planting Instructions:
- When to Plant: Spring after the last frost for outdoor growing, or indoors when warmth and sufficient light are available.
- Planting Depth: Approximately 1–2 inches deep.
- Bulb Spacing: 3–4 inches apart for a lush container display.
- Sunlight: Partial sun outdoors or bright indirect light indoors.
- Soil: Loose, well-draining potting mix or garden soil.
- Watering: Water lightly after planting, then maintain evenly moist but never soggy soil during active growth.
- Bloom Time: Flowers may appear approximately 8–10 weeks after planting under suitable conditions.
Our Cottage Garden Tip
For an unforgettable container combination, plant Purple Shamrock and Iron Cross Oxalis together in a wide, shallow planter. Their contrasting foliage creates instant visual drama, while their delicate flowers add a soft, romantic cottage garden touch.
Place your arrangement on a shaded porch, patio table, or near a garden seating area where you can enjoy the fascinating movement of their leaves throughout the day.
Maryland Gardeners: Oxalis is not reliably winter-hardy outdoors in much of Maryland. Enjoy your shamrocks in containers during the warmer months, then bring them indoors before the first fall frost. Reduce watering if the plants enter dormancy, and resume watering when new growth appears.
A Little Luck, a Lot of Color, and Endless Cottage Garden Charm!
FREE SHIPPING/SHIPPING CHARGES
In order to offer the most selection and all of our favorite cottage garden flowers and veggies, we offer seeds and bulbs from several different suppliers.
ONLY seeds (not bulbs) are available for free shipping on orders of $35 or more. You may see more than $35 of seeds in your cart and still not qualify for free shipping if you haven't met that minimum PER SUPPLIER. Sorry for any confusion this may cause! You will always get free shipping on seed orders of $35 or more PER supplier.
You will also see multiple shipping charges for bulbs, seeds, and tools/garden supplies. This isn't duplicate shipping—you're being billed by each supplier that is shipping your order.
Need help planning your garden? Download our seed starting resources:
Cottage Cutting Garden Handbook
Winter Sowing 101
Bloom Time Guide
Direct Sow Cottage Garden Plan
Cottage Garden Plans
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