Oxalis enneaphylla 'Rosea'
scurvy grass 'Rosea'
'Rosea' is a rhizomatous perennial producing a low clump or mat of grey-green, pleated leaves with 9 to 20 leaflets. The flowers, produced in late spring and early summer, are light purplish pink, with a dark centre
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Pink | Green Grey Silver | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing
Exposure
Exposed Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Oxalidaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Oxalis can be annuals or perennials, with fibrous, bulbous or rhizomatous rootstocks, palmately divided leaves and funnel-shaped or bowl-shaped flowers that mostly close in dull weather and at night
- Name status
Unresolved
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun. Can also be grown in a container in an alpine house
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring; small sections of rhizome root easily with bottom heat
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Cottage and informal garden
- Ground cover
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust
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