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Society Garlic Plant – Tulbaghia violacea – Fragrant Flowering Perennial
$13.50
Unit price perEstimated delivery between July 31 and August 02.
In stock - Ready to be shipped
Best for: Florida landscapes, patios, borders, and containers
- Difficulty
- Beginner-friendly landscape plant
- Light
- Full sun after establishment
- Water
- Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
- Pot size
- 1 gallon
Florida-grown by L&J Nursery. Father-and-son growers since 2008.
- Ships across 49 states
- Healthy Arrival Guarantee
- Weather holds protect live plants
Live landscape plant packed for parcel shipping when size allows
Shipping rates and live plant guarantee
Shipping is based on total cart weight, not a separate full shipping charge per plant.
| 0-1 lb | $5 |
|---|---|
| 1-5 lb | $15 |
| 5-10 lb | $20 |
| 10+ lb | $30 |
Open your package promptly. If there is significant shipping damage, contact us within 48 hours with photos so we can review and help.
The Society Garlic Plant (Tulbaghia violacea) is a hardy, clumping perennial known for its grassy foliage and clusters of delicate purple, star-shaped flowers. Blooming from late spring through fall, this plant is loved for its long-lasting color and light, garlicky fragrance that naturally deters pests.
Perfect for borders, rock gardens, or containers, Society Garlic thrives in hot, sunny conditions and poor soils where other perennials may struggle. Its narrow leaves and upright flower spikes add graceful movement to the garden, while its pest-resistant and drought-tolerant nature makes it an easy, low-maintenance choice.
Care Instructions:
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Light: Full sun for best flowering, tolerates light shade.
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Water: Low to moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established.
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Soil: Prefers sandy or well-draining soil.
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Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring to encourage blooms.
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Growth Habit: Clumping perennial; grows 12–24 inches tall with purple flower clusters.
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Hardiness: USDA zones 7–10; tolerates heat and drought.
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Pet Safety: ⚠️ Leaves and flowers may be mildly toxic if ingested.
👉 Add the Society Garlic Plant to your garden for months of purple blooms, pest resistance, and fragrant foliage.
Society Garlic Plant Care and Product Details
- Scientific name: Tulbaghia violacea
- Plant type: Perennial
- Available size: 1 gallon
- Light: Full sun after establishment
- Water: Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
- Difficulty: Beginner-friendly landscape plant
- Growth habit: Evergreen landscape shrub
- Best for: Florida landscapes, patios, borders, and containers
- Shipping: Live landscape plant packed for parcel shipping when size allows
Shop related collections: Garden Plants.
Society Garlic Plant FAQs
Is Society Garlic Plant beginner-friendly?
Society Garlic Plant is best for florida landscapes, patios, borders, and containers. Follow the light and watering guidance closely after shipping while the plant acclimates.
How much light does Society Garlic Plant need?
Society Garlic Plant (Tulbaghia violacea) performs best with full sun after establishment. Move plants gradually when changing light levels.
How often should I water Society Garlic Plant?
Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
Does Society Garlic Plant ship as a live plant?
Yes. L&J Nursery packs live plants carefully and may hold shipments briefly during severe weather to protect plant health.
Care reference: NC State Extension Plant Toolbox - horticultural plant profiles. Plant care can vary by season, pot size, and growing conditions.
Review the product description for species-specific light, watering, and placement notes. Most live plants do best with bright appropriate light, consistent watering, and protection from extreme temperatures after delivery.
L&J Nursery packs live plants carefully for shipment. Open your package promptly, check soil moisture, and acclimate the plant gradually to its new home. Some plants may be restricted by state agricultural rules.
Use the product title, photos, description, and collection links to confirm the plant type, pot size, and best use. If a listing does not answer a care or shipping question, contact L&J Nursery before ordering.
Plant Information
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Watering
Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
Scientific Name
Tulbaghia violacea
Indoor or Outdoor
Outdoor - Shade
Light
Prefer shade over direct sun
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