Purple Flowers: Flowers come in a wide variety of colors. For instance, many of these colors bear huge symbolism and meanings. In particular red flowers symbolize love, yellow ones symbolize joy, white blossoms mean purity and purple ones indicate nobility and elegance.
Believe it or not, purple is one of the most common flower colors. About this, it is essential to note that the purple color of flowers and other purple plant organs (like purple leaves and stems) is due to the pigment called anthocyanin.
Aside from purple, anthocyanin also produces red, magenta, and blue colors, depending on its intensity.
This page has compiled 50+ of the planet’s most beautiful purple flowers. So let’s not make the introduction any longer. Welcome to the beautiful world of purple flowers!
Table of Contents
- Purple Flowers
- 1. Verbena (Verbena bonariensis)
- 2. Delphinium (Delphinium sp.)
- 3. Pasque flower (Pulsatilla vulgaris)
- 4. Lilac (Syringa vulgaris)
- 5. Clematis (Clematis sp.)
- 6. Salvia (Salvia sp.)
- 7. Purple Freesia (Freesia sp.)
- 8. Catmint (Nepeta sp.)
- 9. Dwarf Iris (Iris sibica)
- 10. Lavender (Lavandula spica)
- 11. Balloon flower (Platycodon grandiflorus)
- 12. Lisianthus (Eustoma grandiflorum)
- 13. Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus africanus)
- 14. Morning glory (Ipomoea purpurea)
- 15. Bittersweet nightshade (Solanum dulcamara)
- 16. Wild Indigo (Baptisia australis)
- 17. Monkshood (Aconitum variegatum)
- 18. China Aster (Callistephus chinensis)
- 19. Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)
- 20. Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus)
- 21. Cattleya Orchid (Cattleya labiata)
- 22. Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens)
- 23. Fuchsia (Fuchsia sp.)
- 24. Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)
- 25. Liatris (Liatris spicata)
- More Purple/Indigo Flowers
- The Significance of Purple Flowers
- The Symbolism of Purple Flowers
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Purple Flowers
There are the best types of purple flowers in the plant world:
1. Verbena (Verbena bonariensis)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Lamiales | Verbenaceae | Verbena | Verbena bonariensis |
Also known as the Purpletop Vervain, the Verbena (Verbena bonariensis) is characterized by having a small purple five-petaled flowering plant.
- Aside from its aesthetic value, Verbena has long been used in folk plant medicine, usually herbal tea. The Verbena has a galactagogue effect (can trigger and promote lactation in women) and even act as a sex steroid.
- New hybrid species of Verbena can already thrive even in the hottest summer season. However, Verbena is very sensitive to cold weather and can be easily damaged by winter frosts.
- These small purple flowers are native to South America.
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Lantana
Flower Type: Perennials
Lantana camara, also known as common Lantana, is a species of the Verbenaceae (verbena) family indigenous to the American tropics. Each flower is tubular and has four elongated lobes (petals) that change color with age. The colors come in different shades of pink, red, orange, yellow, or white.
2. Delphinium (Delphinium sp.)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Ranunculales | Ranunculaceae | Delphinium | Delphinium sp. |
This purple flower is found thriving in relatively cold to moist environments; Delphiniums are perennial plants with spike flowers that can vary from purple, blue, white, and yellow flowers. This type of purple flower also called the “larkspur” is characterized by having dark green but glossy leaves.
- The size of a Delphinium plant can range from 2 feet up to 6 feet.
- The name “Delphinium” comes from the Latin word meaning “dolphin“, which refers to the shape of the nectar-secreting part of its flower.
- Despite being attractive to look at, all parts of the Delphinium (all species) are highly toxic to humans and other animals.
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Delphinium
Flower Type: Perennials
Delphinium is a famous ornamental plant that adds height and a pop of color to commercial and home gardens. Usually, its flowers come in gorgeous shades of blue and purple. Still, other cultivars showcase more yellow, red, white, or pink.
3. Pasque flower (Pulsatilla vulgaris)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Ranunculales | Ranunculaceae | Pulsatilla | Pulsatilla vulgaris |
Found in the regions with tundra biomes, the Pasque flowergrows low in the ground and has fine silky hairs to insulate itself and keep out of the cold environment.
- Characterized by having dark purple to almost white petals, yellow stamens at the center of the flower, and the rest of the plant being covered in silky hairs, this plant only grows in a southward direction where it faces the slopes.
- This flower is a member of the plant family Ranunculaceae (from Ranunculus meaning “little frog“), and it is assumed that members of this family thrive in places where frogs can be found.
- These dark purple flowers are endemic and are seen almost anywhere in the northwest United States and Northern Alaska. It is the state flower of South Dakota.
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Pasque flower
Flower Type: Perennials
As a harbinger of spring, the pasque flowers (Pulsatilla vulgaris) begin to appear before the plant's fern-like, feathery foliage has fully developed. The flowers are usually purple, but some cultivars also have red, pink, or white flowers.
4. Lilac (Syringa vulgaris)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Lamiales | Oleaceae | Syringa | Syringa vulgaris |
The next purple flower in this list is the Lilac Syringa vulgaris which is often considered the harbinger of spring, as the time of its blossoming can signal whether spring will be early or late.
- The Lilac is a large-sized shrub that can grow up to 6 to 7 meters high. It has light green oval leaves arranged oppositely to the sides of the plant. It also has Lilac to mauve colored (sometimes white) flowers arranged in panicles.
- Aside from its beautiful flowers, the Lilac is very popular because of the sweet scent produced by its flowers. And because of its “hardy” character, it was chosen to be the state flower of New Hampshire.
- These large purple flowers are widely distributed in some parts of northern and western Europe and North America.
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Lilac
Known as "Queen of the Shrubs", lilac is one of the most challenging and most fragrant flowering shrubs in many gardens today. You may recognize them as a flower in your grandmother's garden. Its stem flowers are usually available in white, blue, purple, and pink colors, adding height and softness to any garden.
5. Clematis (Clematis sp.)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Ranunculales | Ranunculaceae | Clematis | Clematis sp. |
Mainly found in the cold regions of the Northern Hemisphere, the Clematis is a versatile plant that can grow almost anywhere: from walls, containers, or even when left through trees and other plants.
- The members of the genus Clematis are composed of climbing vines that have beautiful purple blossoms and bright evergreen foliage.
- The Clematis is very known for its various names like Old Man’s Beard (because of its very prominent seedhead), Traveller’s Joy (a name invented by herbalist J. Gerard), and Leather Flower (because of the appearance of its petals).
- The leaves of Clematis serve as food for some caterpillar species.
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6. Salvia (Salvia sp.)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Lamiales | Lamiaceae | Salvia | Salvia sp. |
The next purple flower in this list is the Salvia, the largest genus in the Family Lamiaceae (Mint/Deadnettle family). Usually, Salvias grow from 30 centimeters up to 3 meters high.
- Salvias, which are native to North America, are very easy to cultivate as they are very drought-tolerant and bloom all summer long.
- Purple Salvias are very appealing for hummingbirds; hence, these purple flowers are often referred to as the “Hummingbird Magnet“.
7. Purple Freesia (Freesia sp.)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Asparagales | Iridaceae | Freesia | Freesia sp. |
Freesias are herbaceous flowering plants that are members of the plant family Iridaceae. Freesia flowers are funnel-shaped and come in a variety of colors (white, yellow, pink, purple); however, the most popular are the purple ones.
- The name “freesia” was derived from its discoverer, German botanist Friedrich Freese.
- Purple Freesias are endemic to Kenya and some regions of South Africa.
- Because of their sweet scent, Freesias are usually cultivated to be used as perfumes, shampoos, creams, and others.
8. Catmint (Nepeta sp.)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Lamiales | Lamiaceae | Nepeta | Nepeta sp. |
The Nepeta or Catmint is a perennial flowering plant related to catnips (favored by cats). The most common type are those with bluish-purple flowers that grow during early summer.
- Catmints usually grow from one foot up to 3-4 feet high, hence are useful in making garden borders and edges.
- This plant, having silver foliage, is drought-resistant and grows well during hot weather.
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Catmint
Flower Type: Annuals/Perennials
As one of the exotic perennials of the flower world, catmint (Nepeta cataria) is very versatile and easy to grow. The dark purple flowers explode in early summer for a spectacular display that can last for quite some time. Since this plant appears in muted colors, typically purple/blue flowers on a cool gray-green, catmint is easy to mix and match with other annuals and perennials without clashing.
9. Dwarf Iris (Iris sibica)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Asparagales | Iridaceae | Iris | Iris sibica |
As its name suggests, the Dwarf Iris is smaller as compared to the typical irises we know. The Dwarf Iris is distinguishable by the crests in its sepals (leaf-like structure below the petals).
- Relative to common irises that grow from 15 to 38 inches high, Dwarf Irises are just 6 inches tall.
- This plant’s small purple spring flowers are fragrant and thus appeal to insects and animals. They usually bloom in dry pine forests during the early spring.
- The name of the Dwarf Iris and other native irises come from the Greek goddess Iris, the goddess of the rainbow.
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Miniature Gladiolus
Flower Type: Perennials
Miniature Gladiolus (Gladiolus nanus) is sometimes referred to as dwarf Gladiolus. It is actually a smaller growing variety than the more popular varieties. Miniature Gladiolus produces fantastic two-tone spikes of pink flowers with a hint of white on its throat.
10. Lavender (Lavandula spica)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Lamiales | Lamiaceae | Lavandula | Lavandula spica |
The next flowering plant to make it to this list is the Lavender Lavandula spica, which is endemic to many continents of the world, like Europe, Africa (northern and eastern), and Asia (southwest).
- This plant has purple to light violet flowers in spike inflorescence.
- These lavender-colored flowers are very popular in herbal medicine as they are commercially packaged as herbal tea and essential oil to induce sleep and relaxation.
- The name of this plant is derived from the Latin word, “lavare“, which means “to wash“, probably referring to the use of the extracts of the plant.
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Lavandula
Flower Type: Perennials
Lavandula angustifolia is undoubtedly amongst the most popular herbaceous plants. With its purple flowers, the fragrant plant adorns many window sills, gardens, and balconies. Lavandula typically blooms between late May and mid-September. There it forms purple flowers, rarely white, which are arranged in pseudo-whorls.
11. Balloon flower (Platycodon grandiflorus)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Asterales | Campanulaceae | Platycodon | Platycodon grandiflorus |
The common name of the next flowering plant in this list makes perfect sense. The Balloon flower Platycodon grandifloras have flower buds that are inflated and can be popped open.
- These flowers with purple petals, which usually appear in bluish-purple colors (sometimes white and pink), are best suited to the dry climate and can tolerate light shades.
- Interestingly, this plant has foliage that turns to clear gold during the winter.
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Balloon Flower
Flower Type: Perennials
Commonly known as the blue balloon flower, Japanese snowdrop, Chinese snowdrop, Chinese bellflower, and Korean snowdrop, the Balloon Flower is a flowering perennial in the Campanulaceae family, including lobelia and wood hyacinth, and is the only member of the genus Platycodon.
12. Lisianthus (Eustoma grandiflorum)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Gentianales | Gentianaceae | Eustoma | Eustoma grandiflorum |
Endemic to the regions of the Caribbean, Mexico, and South America, the Lisianthus Eustoma grandiflorum (long-stem purple flowers) is a popular ornamental plant that grows 15 to 60 centimeters tall.
- The Lisianthus is very much known for its bluish-green succulent leaves and light purple bell-shaped flowers that arise from its long stems.
- These tall purple flowers grow well on grasslands.
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Eustoma grandiflorum
Flower Type: Biennials
Often preferred by flower designers when a classy flower is required for an arrangement, Eustoma grandiflorum is the epitome of a versatile and glamorous flower. The tousled petals and elegant buttons are available in various colors. They are available in different colors: pink, purple, blue, and white, as well as two-tone combinations of these shades.
13. Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus africanus)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Asparagales | Amaryllidaceae | Agapanthus | Agapanthus africanus |
As its name suggests, Lily of the Nile is endemic to South Africa. It is also called the Agapanthus or the African Blue Lily.
- The name of this plant is derived from the two Greek words “agape” and “aanthus” which mean “love” and “flower” respectively.
- Agapanthus plants have flowers that have purple, blue, and sometimes white petals that look like lilies.
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Agapanthus
Flower Type: Perennials
Commonly known as the African lily (or the lily of the Nile in Britain) and the flower of love, the Agapanthus is native to southern Africa. It grows mainly in shady areas where it's protected from the heat of the African sun.
14. Morning glory (Ipomoea purpurea)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Solanales | Convolvulaceae | Ipomoea | Ipomoea purpurea |
As its name suggests, Morning Glory flowers Ipomea purpurea blossom in the early morning and start to wrinkle a few hours after.
- This plant climbs with thin stems and cordate leaves. Its bell-shaped flowers come in purple, pink, magenta, and white.
- Because of its flowers, insects as well as hummingbirds are easily attracted.
- In medicine, the Morning Glory is very much popular because of its seeds that have laxative properties.
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15. Bittersweet nightshade (Solanum dulcamara)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Solanales | Solanaceae | Solanum | Solanum dulcamara |
Coming from the Nightshade family or Solanaceae, the Bittersweet nightshade is a perennial plant distinguished by its herbaceous branches that die every year.
- Its star-shaped flowers have purple petals and yellow heads.
- Like any other family members of Solanaceae, this plant contains the toxin solanine. When crushed, its leaves produce a very unpleasant smell and are poisonous to animals.
- This plant was originally native to Europe but is now widely grown in North America.
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Bittersweet
Flower Type: Shrubs
The Bittersweet plant is a staff vine and belongs to the genus Celastrus, which belongs to 30 species of shrubs and vines. These flowers are cultivated in America, Africa, Australia, and the eastern region of Asia.
16. Wild Indigo (Baptisia australis)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Fabales | Fabaceae | Baptisia | Baptisia australis |
Wild indigo comes from the Family Fabaceae, the same plant family where clovers and peas belong. Wild indigos are typically seen along the Pacific coasts of the USA.
- These types of purple wildflowers, which can reach 1 to 2 meters high, are characterized by their bright purple flowers positioned in spike inflorescence.
- The plant is used as a dye, resulting in an indigo color, hence the plant’s name.
- Despite being included in the list of toxic plants, the roots of Wild Indigos are used to produce medicine.
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False Indigo
Flower Type: Perennials
False Indigo mainly occurs along river banks, as well as in thickets and rich forests. There are approximately 20 species of Baptisia, all of which are native to midwestern or eastern North America.False Indigo has purple lupine-like blooms in upright clusters (up to 12-inches) on spikes.
17. Monkshood (Aconitum variegatum)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Ranunculales | Ranunculaceae | Aconitum | Aconitum variegatum |
The next plant in this list is the Monkshood plant that grows in the mountainous areas in the northern hemisphere. This plant, which has distinct purple flowers, derived its name from the appearance of its sepals which somehow look like monks’ cowls.
- Its genus name Aconitum comes from the Greek word “akonitos” which means “pointed cone“.
- Despite being attractive, this plant is extremely poisonous (due to the compound aconite), and ingestion, even in small quantities, ingestion may cause gastrointestinal problems.
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18. China Aster (Callistephus chinensis)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Asterales | Asteraceae | Callistephus | Callistephus chinensis |
As its name suggests, the China Aster is native to China. This plant stands 12 to 36 inches tall and is straightforward to distinguish because its daisy-like flowers resemble pompoms.
- The China Aster comes in various colors like purple, blue, white, yellow, red, and pink.
19. Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Cornales | Hydrangeaceae | Hydrangea | Hydrangea macrophylla |
Native to southern and eastern Asia and some parts of America, the Hydrangea is an evergreen plant that grows from early spring to late autumn.
- Interestingly, the color of the Hydrangea flower can indicate the pH of the soil it is planted in. Purple to blue flowers indicate the soil is acidic, whereas pink ones show it is acidic.
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Hortensia
Known for its lush foliage and beautiful flowers, Hortensia is the epitome of the summer months. With the common name hydrangea, Hortensia is a genus of more than 75 species of flowering plants native to the Americas and Asia. The flower color ranges from blue to pink, through all shades of lavender, purple to violet, as well as white and green.
20. Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Asterales | Asteraceae | Cosmos | Cosmos bipinnatus |
At present, there are only 3 known species of Cosmos: Cosmos bipinnatus, Cosmos sulphureus, and Cosmos atrosanguineus. Among the three, the first one is the most common.
- Cosmos bipinnatus is a species characterized by a yellow-eyed head and purple to burgundy red outer petals.
- These purple flowers with yellow centers can grow from 48 centimeters to 1.2 meters tall.
- During the 1800s, Cosmos plants were first introduced to Mexico.
21. Cattleya Orchid (Cattleya labiata)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Asparagales | Orchidaceae | Cattleya | Cattleya labiata |
Cattleya orchids come in a wide variety of colors, like light purple, pink, and white. These purple and white flowers colored flowers are native to Central and South America and thrive in warm temperatures and slightly bright areas.
- This plant was named after horticulturist William Cattley, who accidentally discovered the plant en route from Brazil to England.
- The Cattleya orchid is also called the Corsage orchid because, in the old times, women used it as corsage during special occasions.
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Cattleya
Cattleya orchids display a fantastic look that several plant lovers could not resist. Cattleya belongs to a genus of Cattleya spp. in the family Orchidaceae. There are currently 35 natural hybrids and 46 recognized species of the genus Cattleya. These orchids are native to the tropics like South and Central America. The blooms can reach a diameter of 8 inches, with colors ranging from white to blue, yellow, red, purple, and orange.
22. Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Brassicales | Brassicaceae | Iberis | Iberis sempervirens |
The next flower in this list is the Candytuft, a plant endemic to Europe but has already adapted to some regions in the United States.
- This evergreen plant stands 12 to 18 inches tall and has delicate Lilac, pink, and white flowers that blossom during early spring or summer. After that, it may or may not reblossom during the fall.
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Persian Candytuft
Flower Type: Perennials
Commonly known as Persian candytuft or Persian watercress, Aethionema is a genus of around 60 Brassicaceae (mustard) family species. Persian candytuft is magnificent Old-World watercress cultivated for its fragrant pink flowers.
23. Fuchsia (Fuchsia sp.)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Myrtales | Onagraceae | Fuchsia | Fuchsia sp. |
The Fuchsia flower is very distinguishable due to its two-toned teardrop-shaped flowers. Its sepals (leaves) are bright red, whereas its petals are purple. Because of its colorful appearance, insects, and hummingbirds are easily attracted.
- Fuchsia plants are highly sensitive to hot temperatures, so care is very much advised, especially during the summer.
- The fruits of all species of Fuchsia are edible.
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Lady’s-eardrop
Lady's-eardrop (Fuchsia magellanica) is an eye-catching hedge in milder regions where it remains semi-evergreen. Lady's-eardrop is an erect, deciduous shrub with lanceolate leaves. It grows up to 3.6 meters (11 feet) by 2 meters (6 feet) tall at medium speed and produces numerous small, tubular pendulous flowers in shades of pink, red, and often white.
24. Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Lamiales | Plantaginaceae | Digitalis | Digitalis purpurea |
Standing 2 to 5 feet tall, the Foxglove plant Digitalis purpurea is easily distinguishable because of its tall purple (sometimes pink, red, yellow, and white) flowers that bear speckled throats.
- The leaves of this plant contain a compound called the digitalis, which is considered poisonous but is viewed as a potential cure for heart ailments.
- This plant is endemic to Europe’s western and southwestern parts.
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Foxglove
Flower Type: Biennials
Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) is a short-lived perennial or biennial Western European plant from the Plantaginaceae family (plantain). Pendent, 2-3" long, funnel-shaped, tubular, purple to dark rose-pink (often white) flowers with white and purple spots inside are tightly bunched along with each spike.
25. Liatris (Liatris spicata)
| Kingdom | Order | Family | Genus | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantae | Asterales | Asteraceae | Liatris | Liatris spicata |
Last but not least purple flower is the Liatris or the Blazing Star. Known as an insect magnet, the Liatris can attract Monarch and Swallowtail butterflies.
- Like any other members of the Family Asteraceae, the Liatris grow from bulbs or corms that start to arise during spring and blossom during late summer.
- While this plant can survive a relatively dry climate, it can also tolerate moderate cold temperatures. Interestingly, its foliage can turn into light gold during winter.
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Gayfeather
Flower Type: Perennials
Gayfeather (Liatris spicata), commonly known as the Blazing Star, Marsh Blazing Star, or Dense Blazing Star, is a tall, erect, lumpy perennial native to low-lying wetlands, grasslands, and marsh edges. It has terminal ends (6 to 12" long) of stalkless, round, downy, dark purple buds (up to 3/4" wide each) that appear on stiff, upright, leafy pedicels.
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Aromatic Aster
Flower Type: Perennials
Symphyotricum oblongifolium is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. The Aromatic Aster can grow to a height of 1-2 feet. Aromatic Asters are low-growing. Their stems are stiff, compact, and compact. When the plant's stems are crushed, it gives off a balsam-like fragrance.
Browallia
Flower Type: Annuals/Perennials
Browallia earns its common names sapphire flower and amethyst flower for its bright, star-shaped blue flowers that stand out like jewels against the bright green leaves of the plant. The oval, pale green leaves are up to 3-inches long. It produces bright blue, purple, or white flowers and thrives in shaded or partially shaded locations.
Bugleweed
Flower Type: Perennials
Ajuga reptans, commonly known as Bugleweed, are perennial, broad-leaved, evergreen to semi-evergreen herbaceous groundcover of the mint family (Lamiaceae). The genus includes around 40 species of plants. Spikes of small bluish-purple flowers appear in mid to late spring, protruding up to 10-inches above the foliage.
Bugloss
The magnificent bugloss (Echium vulgare) is indeed an insect magnet with its imposing size of about 40 inches (one meter). Its blue blossoms attract countless butterflies, beetles, bumblebees, and bees. Also known as Blueweed, Bugloss is a species of plant in the Boraginaceae (borage) family.
Caspia
Flower Type: Annuals/Perennials
Caspia (Limonium sinuatum) is a perennial or annual herbaceous plant that originates from Central Asia and the Mediterranean meadows. Its flowers have white petals and calyces that come in shades of purple, yellow, pink, white, or lavender, the latter being known to hold their color very well.
Chives
Flower Type: Perennials
Chives are a small perennial plant from the Amaryllidaceae family and are related to the onion. Chives are cultivated as ornamental plants because of their attractive flowers and as a herb because of their flavorful leaves. The genus Allium has over 300 species.
Columbine
Flower Type: Perennials
Columbine, also known as Aquilegia and Grandmother's Cape, is a genus of around 60 to 70 species of grassland perennial plants native to temperate climates in North America, Europe, and Asia. Columbine is a common garden flower in many colors, including purple, pink, white, red, and yellow.
Comfrey
Flower Type: Perennials
Symphytum officinale, commonly known as comfrey, boneset, or knitbone, is a large, bulbous, thick, tufted perennial (up to 3' tall and 2.5' wide). The tubular, flower-like snowdrops, white to purple to pink, appear in pendulous clusters from mid-spring to early summer.
Globe Thistle
Flower Type: Perennials
Globe Thistle is among the prickly jokes of life. They thrive nearly everywhere and carry a dreadful sting when they come in contact with the skin. However, they are excitingly shaped and available in deep purples and blues that are beautiful additions to the garden.
Glory-of-the-Snow
Chionodoxa forbesii is commonly referred to as the Glory-of-the-Snow because it flowers early enough that its flowers often protrude directly from the snow. The small, upturned flowers are pale blue with a whitish center, making them nearly translucent or glassy.
Hardy Geranium
Flower Type: Perennials
Perennial Geraniums make beautiful garden plants as they come in a wide range of sizes, colors, and shapes. There are more than 300 varieties and species of perennial Geranium, so you can easily find one that's ideal for you. The flowers come in various colors, including white, blue, purple, and pink, and have 5 petals that are sometimes beautifully patterned or veined in contrasting colors.
Hollowroot
Flower Type: Perennials
The hollowroot plant enchants with delicate carpets of leaves, on which fragrant blooms in white and deep purple-pink open. The plant belongs to the Fumarioideae (fumitory) family. Hollowroot opens its slightly fragrant white to purple or dark pink blooms from March to April.
Iris
The beautiful and tall iris, named after the Greek goddess who rode the rainbow, is available in several magical colors. Notwithstanding its divine origins, this late bloomer is reliable, hardy, and easy to grow. Iris flowers are brown, blue, purple, pink, orange, yellow, lavender, and white.
Little Larkspur
Flower Type: Perennials
Delphinium bicolor is a perennial plant of the Buttercup (Ranunculaceae) family. The stems of the Little Larkspur have a height of 4-24 inches. The Little Larkspur plants can absorb toxic substances, like herbicides, pesticides, and pollutants.
Lobelia
Flower Type: Annuals/Perennials
Colorful lobelias are an excellent choice for garden design around streams and ponds, anywhere the soil is constantly moist. The plant produces showy flower spikes in all shades of white, blue, red, and pink. The two upper lobes can be upright, while the three lower lobes can be extended.
Milkwort
Flower Type: Perennials
Milkwort (Polygala vulgaris) might not have the most endearing name. Still, it's one of the stars of the early-fall summer show in Europe. The flowers are usually dark blue to light blue, but they can also be pink, purple, and white. The flowers have small petals surrounded by a pair of flat-top sepals that look like petals.
Misty Blue Limonium
As a member of the family Plumbaginaceae, Limonium has more than 120 species of flowering plants. The two main groups of this genus comprise hybrids of Limonium latifolium and Limonium sinuatum. Misty Blue Limonium is a variety of Latifolium with blue flowers. Its hairy, branched stems usually reach 12 to 18 inches tall and are topped with racemes of small, papery florets.
Monte Cassino
Flower Type: Annuals/Perennials
Loved by butterflies, gardening enthusiasts, and florists, this remarkable flower Monte Cassino spotlights delicate clear white clouds of dainty daisies with a yellow center that hovers over neatly trimmed small green leaves that form a sturdy, bushy clump. The florets on the central disc are generally yellow, surrounded by thong-shaped ligulate florets in white, purple, blue, or pink shades.
Polemonium
Flower Type: Perennials
Jacob's ladder (Polemonium caeruleum) is a perennial species of the Polemoniaceae family. It is native to the temperate regions of Asia and Europe, where it grows mainly in meadows, grasslands, and damp forests. They are available in yellow, blue, white, or pink, depending on the variety.
Turpentine Broom
Flower Type: Shrubs
Turpentine Broom is a shrub of the family Rutaceae. This species is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico deserts.
The Significance of Purple Flowers
Purple flowers hold a deep significance in flora. Due to their rich hue, they are often associated with nobility, royalty, and ambition due to their rich hue1. The color purple is also linked to spirituality, mystery, and magic, making purple flowers a symbol of enchantment and the extraordinary.
- Violet blooms are also significant in the world of science. They attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, playing a crucial role in the ecosystem. In addition, some purple blossoms, like lavender, have a calming scent and are used in aromatherapy for relaxation and stress relief.
- Purple blooms are often used in various cultural and religious ceremonies. For instance, in Christianity, purple is associated with penitence and mourning, making purple flowers a common choice for Lent and Advent seasons.
The Symbolism of Purple Flowers
Purple flora symbolizes a variety of sentiments and meanings. Here are some of the most common ones:
- Royalty and Nobility: These flowers often symbolize nobility, dignity, and pride1 due to their royal hue.
- Mystery and Magic: The color purple is often associated with the mystical and the magical. Therefore, purple flowers can symbolize enchantment, wonder, and the extraordinary.
- Spirituality: Purple is also a color often linked to spirituality and higher consciousness. Thus, purple flowers can represent spiritual achievement and mindfulness.
- Admiration and Respect: Purple roses, often symbolize admiration and respect.
- Creativity and Imagination: Purple is associated with creativity and imagination. Therefore, purple flowers symbolize the ability to imagine, dream, and create.
It’s important to note that the symbolism can vary depending on the type of purple flower. For instance, lavender symbolizes serenity and calmness, while purple lotus represents spiritual enlightenment.
What’s your favorite purple flower from the above list?
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