Society Garlic Bare Root Live Plants – 30 Tulbaghia violacea Bulbs

About This Plant

Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea) is an evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial known for narrow, strap-like gray-green foliage with a garlic-like scent and lilac to purple-pink star-shaped flowers that bloom in the warm season. It forms upright, clump-forming growth and can spread over time, making it suitable for borders, mass plantings, accents, pathways, or containers.

What You Will Receive

You will receive 30 individual live Society Garlic bare-root bulbs. Freshly dug with established roots, shipped completely bare root with no soil.

Growing Information

Common Name: Society Garlic
Botanical Name: Tulbaghia violacea
Plant Type: Evergreen to semi-evergreen flowering perennial
Growth Stage: Live bare-root bulbs/divisions
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Fertile, loose, well-draining soil
Watering: Regular during establishment; moderate once established
Mature Height: Foliage ~12 inches; flower stalks up to 20–24 inches
Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming, spreading
Foliage: Narrow, strap-shaped gray-green leaves with a garlic-like scent
Flower Color: Lilac to purple-pink
Flower Form: Small, star-shaped flowers on upright stalks
Bloom Season: Primarily warm season under favorable conditions
USDA Zones: Approx. 7–10
Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tips

Plant bulbs as soon as practical after arrival. If roots appear dry, hydrate the root portion briefly in water (do not submerge bulbs). Plant in well-draining soil, water thoroughly, and maintain consistent moisture while roots establish. Space plants to allow mature clumps. Once established, Society Garlic is relatively resilient and tolerates somewhat drier conditions between waterings.