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Lyreleaf Sage

Salvia Lyrata

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Overview

Lyreleaf Sage, Salvia lyrata, a North American native perennial, thrives in USDA zones 4-9. Exhibiting striking lyre-shaped leaves and delicate blue-violet flowers, it reaches 1-2 feet in height with a similar spread. This hardy plant prefers full sun to partial shade and tolerates a variety of soils. Beneficial for pollinators, it’s ideal for wildflower gardens, borders, or as groundcover. Blooms emerge in spring, adding a splash of color and rustic charm.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 3–8Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — Lyreleaf Sage, Salvia lyrata, a North American native perennial, thrives in USDA zones 4-9

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Mature height
1–2 Ft.
Mature width
0.75–1 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — perennial with blue and purple blooms
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — In spring to early summer; is a captivating perennial herb native to the eastern United States
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — Blooms emerge in spring, adding a splash of color and rustic charm
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — typically 12 to 18 inches apart
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — preferring full sun to partial shade exposure
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — Exhibiting striking lyre-shaped leaves and delicate blue-violet flowers; which can span 2 to 6 inches in length, image 60
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — is a captivating perennial herb native to the eastern United States; by incorporating Salvia lyrata into the garden
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — Lyreleaf Sage, Salvia lyrata, a North American native perennial, thrives in USDA zones 4-9; this hardy plant prefers full sun
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — By incorporating Salvia lyrata into the garden
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — perennial for full; along with the added benefit of supporting local wildlife
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — with its foliage providing texture and color
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — Lyreleaf Sage, Salvia lyrata, a North American native perennial, thrives in USDA zones 4-9; this hardy plant, image 59
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — preferring full sun to partial shade exposure; with its foliage providing texture and color
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — along with the added benefit of supporting local wildlife; beneficial for pollinators, it‚Äôs ideal for wildflower gardens
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — is a captivating perennial herb native to the eastern United States
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — adds visual interest throughout the growing season; lyreleaf Sage, Salvia lyrata, a North American native perennial, thrives in
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — while its blossoms create a vertical element in the landscape design; adds visual interest throughout the growing season
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — which can span 2 to 6 inches in length; preferring full sun to partial shade exposure
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — while its blossoms create a vertical element in the landscape design
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — blue and purple flowers in the garden; often highlighted with striking purple accents
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — Beneficial for pollinators, it‚Äôs ideal for wildflower gardens, borders, or as groundcover; it reaches 1-2 feet in height with
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — with its foliage providing texture and color; blooms emerge in spring, adding a splash of color and rustic charm
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — With an optimal growth in well-drained soil
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