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Tulbaghia violacea variegata
The plant likes direct sunlight and partial shade. It is suitable for portable containers and rock gardens.
Water the plant in a pot after the substrate has dried out. When placed in a rock garden, water as needed.
It can withstand temperatures down to -12 °C. The plant is frost-resistant.
Tulbaghia is known for its delicate garlic scent, which has earned it the nickname "garlic plant," but it is not actually a member of the garlic family.
Tulbaghia violacea variegata is a strongly fragrant perennial. It is also known under the names lemon grass and Tricolor Society Garlic.
The leaves are narrow, strap-shaped and longitudinally variegated with light and green stripes. They grow in dense clumps directly from the bulbs and form an upright, grass-like habit. The plant has a compact appearance and remains visually distinct even outside the flowering period.
The flowers are soft purple to pale pink and are arranged in an umbel on a separate flowering stem. They appear in summer and provide a clear contrast to the variegated foliage.
Tulbaghia violacea variegata requires a well-draining substrate and a bright position. Watering should be regular, but the soil must not remain waterlogged for long periods. It tolerates temperatures down to −12 °C, however in colder regions it is advisable to move the plant to a cool, sheltered place for the winter, where it can overwinter safely.