Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna'

Hybrid Sage

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9

A very long blooming variety with dark purple stems that provide an added dimension of color in addition to the violet-purple flowers.

Height

24-30 Inches

Spread

18-24 Inches

Color

Blue/Purple

Bloom Time

June-August

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

If deadheaded after blooming they will quickly bounce back with more flowers. Salvias are very drought tolerant once established.
Consider the unpleasant foliage scent when situating.

When to Divide

spring or fall

Good Companions

Stonecrop (Sedum ), Coneflower (Echinacea ), Cranesbill (Geranium x cantabrigiense), Beardtongue (Penstemon digitalis)

Characteristics & Attributes

Attracts Wildlife

•	Hummingbirds

Attributes & Uses

•	Cut Flowers
•	Containers

Critter Resistance

•	Deer Resistant

Exposure

•

Full Sun

Foliage Color

•	Blue-Green

Season of Interest (Flowering)

•

Summer

Season of Interest (Foliage)

•

Summer

Soil Moisture Preference

•	Well-drained