Oxalis, or the false shamrock’s (Oxalis triangularis) dramatic dark purple leaves and sprays of starry white or pale pink flowers will make a striking statement in any houseplant collection. While the ...

If you want to bring new life into your home, there are few better ways to achieve your goal than through adopting a new plant. The right houseplant can bring a sense of vibrancy to any space, in ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...

Purple shamrock, also known as false shamrock, is a plant with deep purple, nearly black foliage. The leaves are triangular and typically grow in groups of three and look like fluttering butterflies.

I heard from readers who have been waging an unsuccessful battle against oxalis. In one case, oxalis has invaded a small yard of 'Medallion' tall fescue. The yard gets a small amount of sun in summer.

Each day as the sun rises, so too do the leaves of Oxalis triangularis, also known as the love plant or purple shamrock. And as the light fades, the triangular leaves fold down neatly to rest until ...