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Salvia lyrata ‘Purple Knockout’
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Salvia lyrata ‘Purple Knockout’
Lyre-leaved Sage |
USDA Zone: 6-9 |
Plant number: 1.468.350
A gorgeous selection of a Salvia native to the eastern USA. Plants are mainly grown for the foliage, which forms a mound of large purple-black leaves that remain attractive for the entire season. Adapts to most light situations but appreciates afternoon shade in hot regions. A terrific edging plant, also beautiful in mixed containers, contrasting especially well against plants with gold leaves. The flowers are white and fairly inconspicuous. This will sometimes self seed and comes true. Reported to be quite drought tolerant. Possibly hardy to Zone 5.
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Salvia lyrata ‘Purple Knockout’
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade or
Full Shade
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Dry
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
White
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Spring
Foliage Color
Purple Black
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Border
Containers
Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Evergreen
Massed
Wild Flower
Woodland
Flower Head Size
Small
Height
25-45 cm
10-18 inches
Spread
30-40 cm
12-16 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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