Salvia Nemorosa 'Caradonna' Perennial Sage Plant

1-gallon Salvia Nemorosa Caradonna is a perennial sage grown in zones 4-9. It has aromatic green leaves on erect purple-black stems, reaching a size of 18-24".

Salvia Nemorosa 'Caradonna' Perennial Sage

Sure, I can help you with that. Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' is a perennial sage that is known for its dark purple stems and blue-violet flowers. It is a popular choice for gardens because of its long flowering period and its ability to attract pollinators.

Salvia Nemorosa 'Caradonna' Perennial Sage plant

Here are some of the key features of Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna':

• Height: 18-24 inches
• Spread: 12-18 inches
• Flower color: Blue-violet
• Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
• Hardiness zone: 3-9
• Soil: Well-drained, average
• Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' is a relatively easy plant to care for. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established, but it is best to water it regularly during the first year after planting. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

This plant is a good choice for pollinator gardens, butterfly gardens, and cottage gardens. It is also deer-resistant.

Here are some additional tips for caring for Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna':

• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms.
• Fertilize once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
• Divide the plant every 3-4 years to keep it healthy and prevent it from becoming overcrowded.
• Protect the plant from rabbits and deer with fencing or repellents.

Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' is a beautiful and long-blooming perennial that is a great addition to any garden.

Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.

We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.