This is pink oxallis wintering over in one of my beds. It came from my great grandmother's garden. I remember it as a child and so I know it's been around for at least 60 years. She would plant them in clumps that would dot her iris garden. As you can see they can remain green in Oklahoma winters although I have seen them completely die back if it gets harsh enough. The bulbs set almost like ducks on water and are easy to divide up in the early spring. I also have a white variety but it is not as hardy as the pink and just before the first frost I bring in a potted clump for insurance. They look very nice in the iris beds and bloom all season long.
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