Shamrock plants, also known as Oxalis, have long been known as the symbol of spring, the “season of re-birth.”

Their clover shaped leaves can be green, red, purple, or a combination. Grown as a houseplant, they typically bloom in the winter and their flowers can be white, yellow, pink, or red depending on the variety.

Shamrock leaves naturally fold up at night or on an overcast day. They will re-open as the sun rises. Indoor temperatures are generally ideal for shamrocks. Temperatures consistently above 75°F may cause them to go dormant.

This mounding plant is right at home in a clay, plastic, or glazed container. They can grow from 4 to 10 inches depending on variety, size of container, and environment. They should be planted in a well-drained potting media and placed in a sunny to partially sunny window. Water regularly but avoid standing water in the saucer. Fertilize monthly during spring and summer, or when actively growing, with a balanced houseplant fertilizer.