Salvia lyrata 'Purple Volcano'

Also Known As

Cancer Weed 'Purple Volcano'
Purple Volcano Lyreleaf Sage

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 10"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Salvia lyrata 'Purple Volcano' plant details

Salvia lyrata 'Purple Volcano' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial with bronze, burgundy and purple foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia lyrata 'Purple Volcano'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze, burgundy and purple
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia lyrata 'Purple Volcano'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A "volcano" of season-long color is provided by the purple-red (even in heat) color of its large leaves even more than its purple flowers on this handsome, compact (to 12") perennial for any border or container. S/M-D

By: Forestfarm

Glamorous rosettes of sexy purple foliage on this tough little perennial... color gets more intense and doesn’t fade in summer or fall. 10” purple stems in summer with lavender flowers are a pretty accent. Not fussy about soil, sun to part shade, enjoys regular water but drought tolerant, humidity tolerant. Plants reseed and create a nice patch of purple. USDA Z6

By: Secret Garden Growers

Small flowers on slender stems bloom above leafy rosettes of burgundy-red foliage. Adds color and texture to the landscape. Best in moist, well-drained soil with regular water. Terrific color contrast for mixed borders, containers and beds.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

New variety with deep bronzy purple foliage. Big leaves are held in outstretched layers on low-growing plants. Long lasting purple color turns bright crimson and scarlet in fall. Delicate pale purple flowers bloom mid-spring through early summer. Evergreen. Growth Rate medium