Society Garlic 'Peppermint Garlic'

Tulbaghia violacea

How to grow Society Garlic 'Peppermint Garlic'

  • Full Sun

  • Low

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to apply water fairly sparingly. Keep in mind when planting that Peppermint Garlic is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside.

Growing Peppermint Garlic from seed

Transplanting Peppermint Garlic

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Peppermint Garlic is a tender plant.

Harvesting Peppermint Garlic

Society Garlic Peppermint Garlic Etymology

The species name violacea is derived from the Latin violaceus, meaning violet, or purplish 1.

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