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Buy Tulbaghia violacea 'Oro Verde'

Also Known As

  • Golden Society Garlic

Plant type

perennial, herb, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Tulbaghia violacea 'Oro Verde' plant details

Tulbaghia violacea 'Oro Verde' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber or herb with gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tulbaghia violacea 'Oro Verde'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber or herb
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, culinary, edging plant, edible, fragrant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tulbaghia violacea 'Oro Verde'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Variegated gold and green leaves, pink flowers. Hardy to 20 °F.

Gardening facts about Tulbaghia violacea 'Oro Verde' plant

How to Grow Tulbaghia violacea 'Oro Verde'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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