Tulbaghia violacea - Society Garlic

Tulbaghia violacea 'Fairy Star' & 'Variegated' varities - Society Garlic - Ajo ornamental

• Non-evergreen bulb with variegated green leaves and scented purple flowers in Summer • Height & spread (approx.): 0.6m x 0.6m

• Position: likes sun

• Soil pH: all soil types

• Moisture: drought tolerant; likes dry soil, well drained soil

• Winter hardiness: mild winter to -5c

Flowers and leaves are edible and may be used in soups and salads. Growing up to 12-20 in. high (30-50 cm) and 9-12 in. wide (22-30 cm), Tulbaghia violacea is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial that will spread slowly by its rhizomes, but will not become aggressive. Won the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.

B: 111046 C:VFR22/03/200 D:ES