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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

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    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

    Long lasting dusky pink flowers over an extended season. Grey green leaves to 10 inches tall. Why is it not grown in more gardens?

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Tulbaghia simmleri plant

    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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    Tulbaghia simmleri 'Alba'

    aka Tulbaghia fragrans 'Alba', Tulbaghia simmleri 'White', White Sweet Garlic

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    8a-10b

    Size

    Height: 20"-24"

    Width: 6"-12"

    • sun
    • regular
    Photo of Tulbaghia simmleri 'Alba' foliage by Cistus Nursery
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    Tulbaghia acutiloba

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 12"

    Width: 12"

    • sun
    • low
    Photo of Tulbaghia acutiloba flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Tulbaghia codii

    aka Tulbaghia poetica

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    9a-12

    Size

    Height: 8"-10"

    Width: 6"-8"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture - regular
    • dry in winter
    Photo of Tulbaghia codii flower by Secret Garden Growers
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    Tulbaghia natalensis

    aka Pink Wild Garlic, Sweet Wild Garlic

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 10"-18"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun - dappled shade
    • regular - occasional
    Photo of Tulbaghia natalensis flower by Secret Garden Growers
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    Tulbaghia violacea 'Alba'

    aka Society Garlic, White Flowered Society Garlic

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    7a-11

    Size

    Height: 1'-2'

    Width: 1'-3'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    Photo of Tulbaghia violacea 'Alba' flower by Secret Garden Growers
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