Tulbaghia is a cultivar of society garlic, known for its ornamental variegated foliage. 
Physical Description:
Leaves: The leaves of Tulbaghia violacea 'Variegata' are slender and strap-like, with cream-colored stripes or margins that give the plant its variegated appearance. The foliage has a garlic scent when crushed.
Flowers: The plant produces clusters of tubular, fragrant flowers that are typically lavender to lilac in color. The flowers appear on long stems rising above the foliage.
Uses:
Ornamental: 'Variegata' is primarily grown for its decorative qualities. The variegated foliage adds visual interest to garden beds, borders, or container plantings.
Fragrance: While not as pungent as culinary garlic, the crushed leaves of society garlic do release a mild garlic fragrance.
Growing Conditions:
Soil: Well-drained soil is preferred. Society garlic can adapt to various soil types.
Watering: It prefers moderate watering and well-drained soil.
Sunlight: Society garlic, including 'Variegata,' thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Hardiness: It is generally hardy and can be grown as a perennial.
Harvesting:
While society garlic is not typically harvested for consumption, the flowers and foliage can be enjoyed in the garden. The flowers are often used as cut flowers in arrangements.
Companion Planting:
Society garlic is sometimes used as a companion plant to help deter pests due to its mild garlic scent.