Edibles – Herbs – Society Garlic
Society Garlic
Botanical name: tulbaghia violacea
Beginner friendly?: moderate
Average size at maturity: up to 2 ft in height with a spread of up to 1 ft
Hardy zone: zones 7-10
Foliage color: green/gray
Flower color: purple
Bloom time: re-blooms year-round
Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in first growing season
Pruning instructions: deadhead withered blooms and foliage as needed
Propagation methods: propagate by tuber division
Landscape use: herb garden, pollinator garden, edging, container plant
Special features: long-lasting blooms, deer resistant, disease resistant, attracts pollinators
Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day
Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use an organic slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring
Best time to plant: spring
Best type of soil: sand, loam
Companion plants: rosemary, thyme, lavender, sage
Toxicity level: toxic for pets if ingested but non-toxic for humansÂ
Invasive species: no
