Germination: No pre-treatment needed. Sow seeds just below soil surface at 70F and water. --http://www.everwilde.com/store/Salvia-lyrata-WildFlower-Seed.html

2018042X has begun blooming in the yard — I think I misidentified it as Ajuga reptans last year. Happily I didn’t exterminate!

3515 Purple Volcano Sage ( Salvia lyrata "Purple Volcano" )
Medicinal herb with impressive horticultural potential! Its rich bronze-purple foliage can be used for season-long contrast in virtually any garden setting. Try it in low borders or flower beds next to green or grey plants. Tolerates partial shade well.
Hardy in zones 5-8, perennial.
25mg pack ( about 15 seeds ) $2.95