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Tulbaghia simmleri
Also Known As
- Tulbaghia fragrans
- Tulbaghia pulchella
- Tulbaghia simmerli
- Pink Agapanthus
- Sweet Garlic
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 12"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Tulbaghia simmleri plant details
Tulbaghia simmleri is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with blue foliage. In spring pink and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tulbaghia simmleri
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: amaryllidaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Flowers: pink and purple blooms in spring
- Uses: long-blooming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tulbaghia simmleri
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Garden photo gallery of Tulbaghia simmleri
By: Leonora (Ellie) Enking
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How to Grow Tulbaghia simmleri
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- grassy
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6"-8"
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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