Lyreleaf Sage Plant

Name: Lyreleaf Sage Plant
Brand: TN Nursery
Price: 7.99 USD
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Planting Zone

5-9

Height at Maturity

Under 12"

Water Needs

Moderate

Sun or Shade

Full sun and Partial shade

Bloom Season

Summer

Care

Lyreleaf Sage thrives in well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering during dry periods. It is a hardy perennial, so pruning back old stems in late winter or early spring encourages new growth. Additionally, mulching helps retain soil moisture and suppresses weeds.

Exposure

Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia lyrata) thrives in partial to complete shade, making it perfect for woodland gardens or shaded areas. It prefers dappled sunlight or filtered shade, where it can flourish without the harshness of direct midday sun.

Plant Attributes

Perennial herb in the mint family , Attractive foliage, delicate flowers,, Tolerate sun or shade well

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Planting & Growing Information

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Planting Zone

5-9

Height at Maturity

Under 12"

Water Needs

Moderate

Sun or Shade

Full sun and Partial shade

Bloom Season

Summer

Care

Lyreleaf Sage thrives in well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering during dry periods. It is a hardy perennial, so pruning back old stems in late winter or early spring encourages new growth. Additionally, mulching helps retain soil moisture and suppresses weeds.

Exposure

Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia lyrata) thrives in partial to complete shade, making it perfect for woodland gardens or shaded areas. It prefers dappled sunlight or filtered shade, where it can flourish without the harshness of direct midday sun.

Plant Attributes

Perennial herb in the mint family , Attractive foliage, delicate flowers,, Tolerate sun or shade well

Featured Reviews

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Pamela Hubbard

Dormant, so planted and now waiting.

Leah Frye

They look really good. I got them planted and are holding their color and shape

Melanie Wingerson

Lyreleaf Sage

About this plant

Lyreleaf Sage Plant Details

Lyreleaf Sage - Salvia Lyrata

The Lyreleaf Sage perennial is a remarkable plant native mainly to the eastern and central United States, and west into Texas. It is a highly adaptable plant common in gardens, but interestingly, it can easily spread into lawns.

The hardy plant thrives despite being mowed and walked on, making it a great, native alternative to the typical turfgrass of lawns. Despite its more moderate growth rate, it is a robust self-seeder, helping it spread quite far.

Lyreleaf Sage Florida Plant Details | Salvia lyrata

Family: Lamiaceae

Light Requirement: Full Sun, Partial Shade

Height: 1-2 ft

Spread: 1 ft

Growth Rate: Moderate

Soil Preference: Well-drained

Bloom Time: April - June

Flower Color: Purple, Blue

Wildlife Value: Pollinator-friendly-Bees and Butterflies

Notable Traits of Lyreleaf Sage | Edible Leaves & Wildlife Value

The Lyreleaf Sage comes from the lyre-shaped leaves, which appear as large, basal rosettes. The plant is easily identifiable, even when not in bloom, because of the irregular edges of its leaves and the deep purple-brown markings along their midribs.

The square stem is sturdy and upright, covered in hairs, around which the flowers are arranged in whorls, forming a terminal spike. The flowers' sepals, which protect the bud before blooming, are equally distinct. They are purplish-green, hairy, and fused, with the tubular flower emerging from their meeting point.

The blossom itself is slightly trumpet-shaped, with a longer, lower lip extending out. This provides an easy landing place for pollinating insects.

Growing Salvia lyrata in Gardens

This mint-family member is typically a roadside flower, found at the edge of woodland areas, along highways and roads, or in fields. The Lyreleaf Sage prefers well-drained, loose and sandy soil, and can reseed readily with regular watering.

It tends to prefer areas with full sun or partial shade, but will tolerate a number of climatic conditions in its native habitat. Its showy purple-blue blooms are a beauty during the spring, and the evergreen foliage provides a gorgeous blanket of green in every season.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lyreleaf Sedge offers many benefits—it’s hardy, low-maintenance, and excellent for erosion control. Its dense roots help stabilize soil while its lush foliage adds year-round texture to gardens. It also supports wildlife by providing food and shelter for birds and pollinators.

Yes, Lyreleaf Sedge spreads gently by rhizomes, forming soft, attractive clumps over time. Its slow, steady growth makes it ideal for naturalizing in shaded or moist areas. Once established, it creates a lush, low-maintenance ground cover that stays beautiful year-round.

Lyreleaf Sedge does not have a noticeable scent. It’s valued more for its graceful texture and evergreen foliage than for fragrance. Its clean, natural look makes it a great choice for borders, shade gardens, and woodland landscapes.

Root system of a plant on soil with a trowel nearby

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Unique Leaf Shape:

The distinctive lyre-shaped leaves add a unique and attractive element to any garden.

Pollinator Attraction:

The bright blooms attract bees and butterflies, supporting a healthy garden ecosystem.

Vibrant Purple Blooms:

Lyreleaf Sage produces striking purple flowers that add a burst of color and elegance to your landscape.

Versatile Use:

Ideal for borders, containers, or as a focal point, Lyreleaf Sage adapts well to various garden settings.

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I’m really happy with my Lyreleaf Sage plant! It arrived healthy and has settled into my garden beautifully.

Lyreleaf Sage has been a great native addition to my pollinator garden. The purple flowers are beautiful and I've seen bees visiting it regularly. It has also handled my garden conditions with very little fuss.

Healthy Roots

I was afraid that my lyreleaf sage would perish during shipment, but they survived the journey beautifully! The provided instructions were helpful and concise, so they are growing quickly. I will definitely buy from this site again.

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Lyreleaf Sage Adds Natural Charm To Gardens

I love how much natural charm the Lyreleaf Sage brings to my garden. It’s low-maintenance, resilient, and adds rich greenery year-round.

Top-Notch Lyreleaf Sage From TN Nursery

TN Nursery delivered top-notch Lyreleaf Sage. Every plant was strong, well-rooted, and ready to plant. They’ve already started to flourish.

Thriving Lyreleaf Sage Plants With Vibrant Foliage

My Lyreleaf Sage plants arrived lush and full of life. Their vibrant foliage is thriving in my woodland garden, and I couldn’t be happier.

Lyreleaf Sage Creates Stunning Groundcover

These plants are exactly what I needed for a natural-looking groundcover. The Lyreleaf Sage from TN Nursery has exceeded my expectations.

Excellent Quality Lyreleaf Sage For Landscaping

The Lyreleaf Sage from TN Nursery is excellent quality. It’s low-maintenance, hardy, and perfect for my landscaping project.

Hardy Lyreleaf Sage That Grows Quickly

I was impressed by how quickly my Lyreleaf Sage established itself. TN Nursery provided healthy plants that are now thriving and spreading beautifully.

Beautiful Lyreleaf Sage Plants From TN Nursery

The Lyreleaf Sage I ordered came in superb condition, with strong roots and vibrant leaves. It has already added beautiful groundcover to my shaded garden area.

Lyreleaf sage

Plants arrived in good condition and are doing well in the garden so far.

So far so good

The lreleaf sage was planted the day after it arrive, four days ago. It is looking good so far. Leaves sre erect with no drooping. Looking forward to the girst new leaves.

Lyreleaf Sage

Dormant, so planted and now waiting.

5*

They look really good. I got them planted and are holding their color and shape

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Bare Root Lyreleaf Sage

So far, so good. Too cold to put them in the ground so planted them in small containers to let them grow and be ready for spring planting. This is my first experience with bare root plants and I wasn’t sure about doing this but received a go-ahead when I inquired with TN Nursery. After planting, they perked right up. Time will tell!

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