A useful summer-flowering bulb, very effective in masses or beds, and especially valuable as a graceful edging for walks and flower borders, these plants form an unbroken row of foliage a scant foot high in continuous bloom. The light green leaves which resemble a large four-leaf clover, bear a circle of maroon banding which is particularly attractive with the dainty rose-colored blo. soms rising above them.
This Oxalis appears to have no particular requirement as to soil, seems to be free from insect pests, and thrives almost equally well in sun or not too dense shade. When dug in the fall a gratifying increase in bulbs will be noted.
Many also have recommended it when grown in pots or hanging baskets indoors, although for this purpose it ought to receive good strong light so as to prevent a “leggy” straggling appearance.