Tulbaghia violacea

Society garlic, South African bulbous perennial for a sunny spot and with some protection hardy, zone 8. Suitable for in pots, or in the border, but also as a cut flower and as a kitchen herb. The leaves, the flower and the flower buds are edible.

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Tulbaghia violacea

Society garlic, South African bulbous perennial for a sunny spot and with some protection hardy, zone 8. Suitable for in pots, or in the border, but also as a cut flower and as a kitchen herb. The leaves, the flower and the flower buds are edible.

Tulbaghia violacea in the garden

  • wildlife: for bees for butterflies rabbitproof

botanical information about Tulbaghia violacea


Features Tulbaghia violacea

height: 30-60 cm
flowering: May - September
color: white, lavender
leaf color: white + green
scent: fragrant leaf / aromatic
habit: tuft, ascending
light: full sun, sunny, morning sun, evening sun, filtered
moisture: dry, average
winter zone: 9 [-5°C]
density: 3 - 5