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Tulbaghia simmleri 'Alba'

Also Known As

  • Tulbaghia fragrans 'Alba'
  • Tulbaghia simmleri 'White'
  • White Sweet Garlic

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 20"-24"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Tulbaghia simmleri 'Alba' plant details

Tulbaghia simmleri 'Alba' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with blue foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tulbaghia simmleri 'Alba'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 20 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, garlic-scented

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tulbaghia simmleri 'Alba'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Grassy, garlic-scented leaves on this onion relative and, in spring and occasionally beyond, clusters of white flowers, very fragrant especially in the evening. Prefers rich, well-drained soil and moisture in the summer with protection from soaking wetness in winter. Containers work well. Foliage succumbs in the low 20s °F. Bulb hardy in USDA zone 8.

Gardening facts about Tulbaghia simmleri 'Alba' plant

How to Grow Tulbaghia simmleri 'Alba'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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