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Society Garlic

Tulbaghia violacea

Pink Agapanthus

About This Plant

Sun to part shade. A nearly evergreen perennial, with lavender flowers spring to fall. You can’t miss the garlic odor. The name is a reference to the fact that this garlic can be eaten “in society” — i.e., it doesn’t cause bad breath or stinky fingers. Keep in mind, society garlic isn’t preferred by deer, but they may eat it anyway. It prefers a bit of protection from afternoon sun — for full sun, you may have better luck with bulbine.

Origins: South Africa

Maintenance

Trim spent blooms as needed.

A tough South African lily with garlic-scented leaves.

Min. Height: 12

Max Height: 18 inches

Min. Width: 18

Max Width: 24 inches

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