Tulbaghia violacea 'Dark Star' - Society Garlic 3 Litre Pot

Tulbaghia violacea 'Dark Star' - Society Garlic

This improved form of Society Garlic offers months of rich purple-pink flowers above neat clumps of aromatic foliage. Easy to grow and wonderfully floriferous, it brings colour and fragrance to sunny spots.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Fresh grey-green foliage emerges
• Summer: Umbels of deep purple-pink flowers appear
• Autumn: Continued flowering into early autumn
• Winter: Semi-evergreen in mild winters

Key Features

• Long flowering season
• Deep purple-pink fragrant blooms
• Aromatic grey-green foliage
• Compact clump-forming habit
• Drought tolerant once established

Perfect For

• Sunny borders
• Gravel gardens
• Containers and pots
• Cottage gardens
• Coastal planting

Growing Tips

Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Water regularly during establishment, then drought tolerant. Deadhead to prolong flowering. Divide congested clumps in spring. Mulch crowns in cold areas for winter protection. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Looks Great With

Combines beautifully with lavender, Nepeta, ornamental grasses, Erigeron, Salvia, and other sun-loving perennials in mixed borders and Mediterranean schemes.

A charming and reliable choice for bringing long-lasting colour and fragrance to sunny gardens.