Planting. Oxalis need to be planted in a well-drained soil as they don’t tend to tolerate standing water. A porous potting mix is your best option – look for a mixture of potting soil and peat. You can mix things like pearlite, vermiculite, or coarse sand with your potting mix to increase the drainage. When potting up your Oxalis, you’ll want to consider the pot size in comparison to the size of the plant – Oxalis are a fan of being rootbound and don’t require much wiggle room.

Environment. Oxalis prefer to be positioned in partially shaded to fully shaded areas. Keep them out of the hot afternoon sun to ensure their delicate foliage doesn’t burn. A few hours of morning sun is beneficial in helping this gorgeous plant stay nice and vibrant.

Lighting. When planting your Oxalis indoors you’ll want to ensure it has plenty of bright, indirect light. It will also highly benefit from bi-weekly pot rotation to prevent it from leaning to one side. If the foliage colour starts to look a little dull you might want to consider moving your plant to a brighter area.

Watering. In the warmer months, allow the soil to mostly dry out between watering. You can check your moisture level by inserting your finger about 10cm into the potting mix. During the winter months you’ll want to water reduce watering even more. Oxalis usually have a period of dormancy - during this period it is essential to significantly reduce watering. Over-watering and having excessive stagnant water will lead to fungal issues and root rot.