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Tulbaghia violacea 'Edinburgh'

Also Known As

  • Edinburgh Society Garlic

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 10"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

Tulbaghia violacea 'Edinburgh' plant details

Tulbaghia violacea 'Edinburgh' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tulbaghia violacea 'Edinburgh'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 10 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tulbaghia violacea 'Edinburgh'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Tulbaghia violacea 'Edinburgh' plant

How to Grow Tulbaghia violacea 'Edinburgh'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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