Society Garlic
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking deer-resistant, edible landscape accents.
This resilient perennial is the ultimate low-maintenance multitasker, offering striking lilac blooms and year-round foliage that deer consistently ignore. While you gain a reliable, fragrant garden border, you also get a secret culinary weapon—the entire plant is edible, adding a subtle, sophisticated garlic punch to your kitchen creations.
$24.99
Who it's for
- Culinary enthusiasts looking for edible, chive-like garden additions
- Gardeners seeking natural protection against deer and burrowing pests
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, drought-resistant landscape color
Who should skip it
- Homeowners sensitive to strong odors near outdoor living spaces
- Minimalist gardeners wanting to avoid frequent plant maintenance and containment
- Pet owners concerned about potential toxicity to dogs and cats
Performance breakdown
Deer Resistance
Reliably deters local wildlife from snacking on your garden borders.
Culinary Versatility
Edible blooms and leaves add a subtle garlic punch to dishes.
Maintenance Ease
Fast-growing and resilient, requiring minimal effort to keep looking sharp.
Visual Appeal
Striking bluish-green foliage provides a clean backdrop for lilac blooms.
Climate Adaptability
Thrives in warmer zones and bounces back quickly from light frost.
Landscaping Utility
Perfect for structured edging or adding texture to sunny garden beds.
Key Specs
Lifespan
Perennial
Hardiness Zones
USDA 7 to 11
Minimum Temperature Tolerance
20°F
Foliage Color
Bluish Green
Flower Color
Lilac
Edible Parts
Flowers and leaves
Pot Size Available
6" Pot
Soil Type Preference
Well-drained
Bloom Season
Summer
Plant Type
Flower
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