Tulbaghia violacea

Tulbaghia violacea

Tulbaghia violacea

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Tulbaghia violacea, commonly known as Society Garlic, is a hardy, clump-forming perennial with narrow, strappy green leaves and delicate lilac-purple flowers that bloom in clusters above the foliage. The plant is named "Society Garlic" due to its mild garlic scent that is less intense than regular garlic, making it more socially acceptable in gardens.

This low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and is an excellent choice for border plantings, rock gardens, container gardening, and low-maintenance landscapes. It also serves as a natural pest deterrent due to its garlic-scented leaves and flowers.

Growing Requirements

Grows best in well-draining soil, tolerates drought and poor soils, and is highly resistant to heat and coastal conditions.

Unique Features

  • Produces clusters of purple, trumpet-shaped flowers from spring to autumn
  • Drought and frost-tolerant once established
  • Mild garlic fragrance deters pests
  • Edible leaves and flowers with a mild garlic flavor

Uses & Display Suggestions

Perfect for garden borders, rockeries, pots, mass plantings, and as an edging plant. The edible flowers and leaves can also be used as a flavorful garnish in salads and cooking.

Light requirement: Full Sun and Part sun/part shade

Water requirement: Low

Watering frequency:

Soil: Well-Draining, Sandy, Loamy

Skill level: Beginner

Growth rate: Intermediate

Suitable for containers: Yes

More info: Thrives in well-drained soil and requires minimal watering once established. Deadheading spent flowers encourages prolonged blooming.

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Drought tolerance: High

Frost tolerance: Medium

Wind tolerance: High

Disease and pest susceptibility: Highly resistant to pests and diseases due to its garlic scent.

Mature height: 40 cm

Mature width: 45 cm

Suitable for shaping: No

Colour: Green

Variegation: No

Size: Small/medium

Seasonality: Evergreen

Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display

Flower colour: Lilac-Purple

Flower fragrant: Yes

Flowering season: Spring to Autumn

Fruit: No

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