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TULBAGHIA violacea
Commonly known as Society garlic

Vigorous clump forming perennial rhizome from S. Africa with narrow grey-green leaves and fragrant lilac flowers on tall stalks
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids and whiteflies in greenhouse -
Place of origin
South Africa -
Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.
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Blue
Lilac -
Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
45-60cm (18-24in) -
Spread
25cm (10in) -
Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialClump-forming cormous perennial. Narrowly linear, greyish green leaves to 30cm (12in) long. Produces large terminal umbels of flowers 2cm (¾in) long
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)Use loam-based compost (JI No. 2) in full light -
Scented flowers
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Scented foliageGarlic scented
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size45-60cm (18-24in)
25cm (10in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuits a sunny borderCottage gardenRockery (inc alpine)Town garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilModerately fertile, humus-rich loamy soil.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Provide winter mulch in frost prone areas
Tulbaghia violacea - Care Guide