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Candycane sorrel

Oxalis versicolor

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'Candycane sorrel' is a plant in the Oxalis genus with a scientific name of Oxalis versicolor. The botanical name epithet for Candycane sorrel (versicolor) means 'changing color'.

1-1.5" white flowers, tinged with red atop a clover-like mound of leaves.

Candycane sorrel grows as a perennial and is an ornamental. Being a perennial plant, it tends to grow best over several years (approx 3 years and greater). Candycane sorrel normally grows to a max height of 8.58 inches (that's 22.0 cm metric). This plant tends to bloom in mid summer, followed by first harvests in mid summer.

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How to grow Candycane sorrel

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Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. The USDA Zones typically associated with Candycane sorrel are Zone 6 and Zone 9. Keep in mind when planting that Candycane sorrel is thought of as half hardy, so although it can survive a small mild cold snap, it is wise to ensure that this plant is protected from frost damage.

Growing Candycane sorrel from seed

Transplanting Candycane sorrel

plant in full sun to partial shade

Companion plants for Candycane sorrel

These plants have been known to grow well alongside Candycane sorrel so consider planting:

Repellent plants for Candycane sorrel

These plants will not grow well with Candycane sorrel so avoid planting these within close proximity:

Common Candycane sorrel problems

These problems, diseases and pests are known to affect Candycane sorrel plants:

Other names for Candycane sorrel

Oxalis

Candycane sorrel care instructions

Category The lifecycle that this Candycane sorrel exhibits. Perennial Difficulty How easy is Candycane sorrel to grow? Help build our wiki!
Lifecycle The lifecycle that this Candycane sorrel exhibits. Perennial Growth Habit What shape or habit does Candycane sorrel grow into? Help build our wiki!
Hardiness How frost hardy is Candycane sorrel? Half Hardy Country of Origin Where did Candycane sorrel come from? Help build our wiki!
Mature Height How tall does Candycane sorrel grow? 22.0 cm / 8.58 inches Mature Spread How wide does Candycane sorrel grow? Help build our wiki!
USDA Zone Range Which zones does Candycane sorrel grow best in? Zone 6 to Zone 9 pH Range The level of acidity for Candycane sorrel. -
Water Requirements How much water does Candycane sorrel require? Medium Nitrogen Requirements How much nitrogen fertilizer does Candycane sorrel need? Help build our wiki!
Soil What sort of soil should I plant Candycane sorrel in? Help build our wiki! Sun How much sunlight does Candycane sorrel need to grow? Full Sun
Can Sow Direct? Can Candycane sorrel be sown directly? No Sowing Depth How deep to plant Candycane sorrel? 10.0 cm / 3.9 inches
Sowing Distance Apart How far apart to plant Candycane sorrel? 10.0 cm / 3.9 inches Sowing Row Distance Apart How far apart to plant rows of Candycane sorrel? Help build our wiki!
Ideal Germination Temperature Range What temperatures does Candycane sorrel need in order to germinate? Help build our wiki! to Help build our wiki! Growing Temperatures What temperatures are best to grow Candycane sorrel in? Help build our wiki! to Help build our wiki!
Planting Distance Apart How far apart to plant Candycane sorrel seedlings. Help build our wiki! Planting Row Distance Apart How far apart to plant rows of Candycane sorrel seedlings. Help build our wiki!
Bloom Time When will Candycane sorrel bloom? Mid Summer Harvest Time When is Candycane sorrel ready for harvest? Mid Summer
Pruning Time When should I prune Candycane sorrel? Early Autumn

How long does Candycane sorrel take to grow?

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