Society Garlic (Tulbaghia alliacea)

Family: Alliaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Tulbaghia alliacea is a CORM growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from June to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Flies. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb - cooked. Leaves and stems - they can be cooked like spinach or chopped fine and used as a relish. Flowers. They are regarded as a delicacy by the native Zulu women. — Leaves and stems - they can be cooked like spinach or chopped fine and used as a relish.; They are regarded as a delicacy by the native Zulu women.

Habitat & North American Range

Sandy flats. Clay or gravelly flats. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)