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Sourcing Purple Leaf Shamrock (Oxalis) Bulbs

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Growing Notes

Easy to grow. Plant bulbs 1 inch deep in well-draining mix. Bright light, water when top inch dry. Goes dormant periodically—reduce water, resume when new growth appears. Not cold-hardy in most zones.

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