Buy Tulbaghia violacea 'Alba'

Also Known As

Society Garlic
White Flowered Society Garlic

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

7a-11

4 inch pot | $15

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Tulbaghia violacea 'Alba' plant details

Tulbaghia violacea 'Alba' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tulbaghia violacea 'Alba'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tulbaghia violacea 'Alba'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rare version of Tulbaghia with WHITE flowers! Tough, clumping perennial for full sun & most soils…1-2' tall and 18-24" wide. Deer, fire and drought tolerant (but happiest with summer water). Long bloom season summer thru fall. Great mixer, filler and outstanding in the 'white garden'!