Salvia lyrata

Also Known As

Cancer Weed
Lyre-Leaf Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

5a-10b

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Salvia lyrata plant details

Salvia lyrata is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with burgundy foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia lyrata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen burgundy
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia lyrata

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to the U.S., this is a pretty little clumping salvia sporting attractive lyre-shaped leaves with purple net markings. Nectar rich flowers on 18” stems attract hummers, bees and butterflies; the blooms are two lipped lavender blue and occur April > June. In autumn, seeds attract goldfinches and other songbirds. Easy to grow in full sun to light shade; average garden conditions in most soils; will take moist to wet areas near ponds. Deer resistant. Self-sows if happy.