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Oxalis hirta 'Gothenburg'

Price: £4.00

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Brand: The Plantsman's Preference
Family: Oxalidaceae
Main Season: Summer
Flower Colour: Pink
Leaf Colour: Blue/grey/silver
Foliage: Semi-Evergreen
Position: Sun
Soil Type: Dry, well drained
Height: 15cm to 30cm (6" to 12")
Peat Free? Yes
Hardiness Guide: RHS H4 minimum -5C to -10C
Pot Size: 9cm

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Approx. 11 in stock

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A lovely bulbous type from the Cape of South Africa with greyish green, finely divided foliage on stems to 20cm topped with big pink flowers in summer. Drained soil in a sunny spot.

This selected form from Henrik Zetterlund at Gothenburg Botanic Garden in Sweden. The species from South Africa where it is the largest growing species.

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