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Salvia lyrata Purple Knockout

Lyre-leaf Sage (Cancer Weed)

Shiny, burgundy, lyre-shaped foliage turns to dark purple showing off the spikes of pale lilac-blue flowers.

  • »  Grown mostly for its attractive foliage
  • »  Compact, deep burgundy, lyre-shaped, basal leaves
  • »  Features whorls of two-lipped, lavender-blue flowers
  • »  Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • »  Flower Height: 50 cm
  • »  Foliage Height: 25 cm

1gal
$20.83
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:20-25 cm
  • Spread:30-40 cm
  • Bloom Color: Lavender
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Drought Tolerant
Flowering Time
• Lt. Spr-Sum
• Summer
Habit
• Compact
Foliage Color
• Burgundy
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Rock garden
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Salvia lyrata 'Purple Knockout'

Best grown in an average to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade, and is tolerant of drought and humidity. Prune back flower stalks to encourage reblooming in late summer. It will reseed easily in a loose, sandy soil.