Continuing with the previous article about the Parc del Torrent dels Maduixers, we will discuss the vegetation present in this space.
A unique characteristic of this park, related to vegetation, is the special fence it has to protect the space from wild boars, since the presence of these animals in this area adjacent to the Collserola mountain range is common and they generate significant damage to park and garden vegetation.
As we anticipated in the first part of the article, among the park's vegetation you can find many of the Mediterranean species cultivated at Sala Graupera. Among them, species such as: Hemerocallis, Phlomis, Cistus, Hebe, Stipa, among others, stand out for their presence in this park.
Another of the plants present in this place and which is also produced in the Nursery is **_Tulbaghia violacea_** .
Tulbaghia is a bulbous plant native to South Africa, with evergreen linear leaves, slightly fleshy, with a slightly rounded habit, although it is a bit taller than wide. The vegetative part reaches a height of about 40-60cm and the umbel-shaped inflorescences rise above the mass of leaves reaching a total height of about 80cm.
The flowering period is extensive and runs from mid-spring to early autumn. The flowers are violet-mauve in color, as indicated by its name. These two characteristics make it a plant with an important presence in the garden, where it works well planted in masses or as a border.
It is a plant that does not require much care, is easy to grow and fast-growing. It adapts to most soils, although it prefers well-drained ones with high organic matter content, in these conditions it does not require fertilization.
It tolerates moderate frosts, down to about -10ºC, it likes sun but behaves well in partial shade.
Once established it tolerates prolonged drought periods, although regular water inputs will enhance its flowering. It has good resistance to salinity and sea breeze.
It shows no tendency to suffer from pests or diseases and accepts pot cultivation well.
One of the peculiarities of this plant, known in English as wild garlic, is its aroma. Which is present in both the leaves and flowers and makes it a species used for culinary purposes. Which makes it an ideal plant for aromatic gardens or vegetable garden areas.
From the genus Tulbaghia at Sala Graupera we can find other species and cultivars with interesting characteristics such as:
_[T. simmleri](http://www.salagraupera.com/es/cataleg/general/item/tulbaghia-simmleri-3)_