Tulbaghia violacea (/100) — society garlic
Its growth habit and habitat resembles those of Agapanthus and can be very complementary with this genus. Because of its evergreen foliage and long flowering period, Tulbaghia is becoming a widely used border plant in the milder areas. But with some precautions can also be grown successfully in colder areas.Can be transplanted almost through the year (except during July and August).
The genus
An evergreen genus closely related to Allium ("leek" type). It mainly occurs in the Eastern Cape (South Africa) which has a regular rainfall pattern. They are not difficult to grow and will flower over a long period. Strongly recommended as a border plant in perennial gardens and for coastal gardens.
- Family :Liliaceae
- Subfamily :Alliaceae
- Common name :society garlic
- Native to :Afr. du Sud (E. Cap, Natal, Transvaal)
- Native climate :sub tropical (regular rainfall)
- Colour :Mauve
- Hardiness :good
- Exposure :half-shade
- Storage organ :rhizome
- Growth :evergreen
- Flowering height :40-70 cm
- Uses :Borders - Cut flowers - Humides places - In the ground - Containers or pot
Growing cycle
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Planting :January (sem. 4-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-3), September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-4), November (sem. 1-3)
Growth :January (sem. 1-4), February (sem. 1-4), March (sem. 1-4), April (sem. 1-4), May (sem. 1-4), June (sem. 1-4), July (sem. 1-4), August (sem. 1-4), September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-4), November (sem. 1-4), December (sem. 1-4)
Flowering :May (sem. 3-4), June (sem. 1-4), July (sem. 1-4), August (sem. 1-4), September (sem. 1-4), October (sem. 1-2)