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| Identification |
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Genus
Tulbaghia
Species
violacea
Variety
Cultivar
Common names
society garlic
Family
ALLIACEAE
Specimen number
S11362
Data source
CrscntBlm;HtZn p177
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| Life cycle |
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Life form
Terrestrial
Life cycle
Seasonal bulb
Life span
1 - 3 years
Annual cycle
Not applicable
Stature
Flower
Growth form
Not applicable
Growth habit
Various
Overall height
1' - 2' 6"
Overall spread
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| Climate |
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Sunshine
Full sun to light shade
Water
Moist, well drained
Optimal soil texture
Average
Acceptable soil pH
Neutral
USDA hardiness
USDA zones 09a-11
AHS heat zones
Heat zones 12-04
Sunset climate zones
Not classified
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| Garden |
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Suitable for gardens
yes
Nursery
Rite Aid
Compost
no
Size at acquisition
1 gallon
Garden location
Unknown
Garden notes
This somewhat tender plant can only survive cold winter nights that dip to 20� Fahrenheit. Tulbaghia violacea needs summer days with high heat. Society garlic grows well in average soils. Full sun to light shade is best for growing this plant. It prefers moist, well drained soils.
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| Special qualities |
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Tolerates drought
no
Tolerates high humidity
no
Tolerates seaside conditions
no
Insect resistant
no
Disease resistant
no
Deer resistant
no
Best uses
Symbiosis
Attracts butterflies
no
Attracts hummingbirds
no
Autumn foliage
no
Colorful berries
no
Desirable qualities
Other interest
Other interest color
Other interest period
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| Adverse factors |
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Common pests
Poisonous parts
Poisonous indications
Internal poison
no
Dermatologic poison
no
Livestock poison
no
Mechanical injury
no
Hay fever pollen
Hay fever season
Adverse qualities
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| Herbal medicine |
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Medicinal properties
Medicinal parts
Has medicinal uses
no
Do not self-administer
no
Do no use if pregnant
no
Legally restricted
no
Toxicity precautions
Medicinal notes
The bulbs are may be used like chives. Tulbaghia violacea if frequently used as a garnish.
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| Traditional uses |
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Parts used
Traditional uses
Contemporary uses
Fragrance
garlic smelling leaves
Fragrance parts
Leaves
Fragrance intensity
Fragrance category
Dye parts
Dye color
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| Cultivation |
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Propagule
Division
Pollination method
Planting style
Crop spacing
Row spacing
Cold frame
Planting period
Harvesting period
Frost tolerance
Heat requirement
Fertilizer
Typical
Time to harvest
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| Nutrition |
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Is edible
yes
Culinary uses
Garnish
Nutritional value
Edible parts
Bulbs
Description of edible parts
may be used like chives
Flavor / texture
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| Horticulture |
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Horticulture notes
Propagation of Tulbaghia violacea can be achieved by division.
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| Herbarium |
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Tag needs printing
no
Collection notes
Tulbaghia violacea is a seasonal bulb. Leaves: Society garlic has grass like blades forming clumps. Flowers: This plant has clusters of deep throated star faced flowers on tall flexible stems. The flowers are most often a violet color.
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