Society Garlic

Tulbaghia Violacea

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Overview

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea) is a perennial herb standing 18-24 inches tall, notable for its aromatic, narrow, strap-like foliage and clusters of violet, tubular flowers atop slender stems. Thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil. It's drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for low-water gardens. Blooms persist from summer to fall, offering a long season of color and pleasant fragrance. Hardy in zones 7-10.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 8–10Climate Mediterranean

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea) is a perennial herb standing 18-24 inches tall

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Amaryllidaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — It's drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for low-water gardens; its slender, linear leaves are, image 71

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — commonly referred to as Society Garlic; strap-like foliage and clusters of violet, image 73

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — Thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil; tubular flowers atop slender stems, image 70

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — Its slender, linear leaves are strikingly aromatic, with a subtle garlic scent when crushed - hence the name, image 76

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — Throughout the summer and into early fall; this plant possesses a tufted, image 77

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — star-shaped lavender-pink flowers atop slender; making it a sustainable choice for water-wise gardens, image 78

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — becomes remarkably drought-tolerant; commonly referred to as Society Garlic, image 80

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — sturdy stems that rise above the foliage; perennial for full or half or shade, image 79

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — or accent in herb gardens due to its edible qualities; perennial with lavender blooms, image 82

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — making it a sustainable choice for water-wise gardens; becomes remarkably drought-tolerant, image 81

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — highlight Society Garlic's low maintenance; sturdy stems that rise above the foliage, image 84

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — lavender flowers in the garden; it's drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for low-water gardens, image 86

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — Its compact size makes it perfect for container planting as well; blooms persist from summer to fall, image 83

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — ensuring it as a steadfast choice for an array of design aesthetics; lavender flowers in the garden, image 85

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — perennial with lavender blooms; star-shaped lavender-pink flowers atop slender, image 87

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea) is a perennial herb standing 18-24 inches tall; thrives in full sun to, image 89

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — strap-like foliage and clusters of violet; throughout the summer and into early fall, image 90

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia Violacea) — perennial for full or half or shade; ensuring it as a steadfast choice for an array of design aesthetics, image 88

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