Tulbaghia violacea
society garlic
Clusters of large, star-like, lilac flowers, which have a slight scent that becomes more pronounced in the evening, top upright...
9cm pot
£12.99
available to order from late spring
3 × 9cm pots
£27.99
£9.33 each
available to order from late spring
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Plant description
Clusters of large, star-like, lilac flowers, which have a slight scent that becomes more pronounced in the evening, top upright stems from midsummer to early autumn. These appear above dense clumps of attractive, grass-like, greyish green leaves. Best grown at the front of a sunny, well-drained border or in a gravel garden, Tulbaghia is often called 'society garlic' as the leaves smell similar to garlic and onions, and can be useful as a pest repellent plant especially when grown under roses.
Please note that we are offering these plants in pots for beds and borders. Tulbaghia grows in a range of poorly-drained or boggy soils and are also available in aquatic pots, with a suitable soil mix, for shallow water submergence. Please see this link to view.
Please note that we are offering these plants in pots for beds and borders. Tulbaghia grows in a range of poorly-drained or boggy soils and are also available in aquatic pots, with a suitable soil mix, for shallow water submergence. Please see this link to view.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Reliably damp or boggy
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Tulbaghia violacea:
Apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted compost around the base of the plant in early spring. Cut back the faded flowerheads in late summer and autumn.
