Lucky Shamrock
Oxalis triangularis
We could all use a little more luck in our lives, right?
Whether you celebrate this day by wearing green, drinking a pint of Irish beer, or eating a hearty meal of corned beef and cabbage, a three leaved plant would add a touch of luck and charm to your desk, dinner table or garden.
Oxalis 'Sunset Velvet'
We recommend planting the many shades of oxalis, ranging from emerald green to amber to dark purple, instead of the traditional Trifolium repens. It is said St. Patrick planted the clover crop all over Ireland as a symbol of the Holy Trinity represented by the three leaves.
Oxalis Burgundy Bliss
This shade tolerant ground cover is excellent for that North facing side of your garden that just doesn't seem to get enough light. The dark leaves of the purple varieties work well as a contrast to other bedding plants and flowers.
Purple Shamrock
also known as the "Love Plant"
They're also easy to grow indoors as houseplants in bright but indirect sunlight. Make sure to water regularly, but don't let the soil get soggy or the roots will rot. Better to err on the side of a skipped watering with this one.
Erin go plant this!
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