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Sage

Rich burgundy foliage in neat, low mounds holds its color through the heat of summer. Lovely at garden's edge or in the rock garden, planted with cool silver artemisia or plants with vibrant yellow foliage. Flowers attract butterflies.

Companion Plants

Blanket Flower

Lavender

Tickseed

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Sage

  • Botanical name

    Salvia lyrata

  • Variety

    Purple Knockout

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 5 (-20°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    15" (38 cm)

  • Habit

    Upright

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    Weekly during dry spells

  • Bloom Color

    Purple

  • Bloom Time

    Summer

  • Maintenance

    Mulch to reduce weeds