SALVIA nemorosa Caradonna is a perennial sage native to Europe, renowned for its strikingly dark purple, almost black flower stems that contrast beautifully with vivid violet-blue blooms. Highly ornamental and nectar-rich, it offers a compact, upright habit ideal for modern landscaping schemes. Fully hardy and drought-tolerant once established, it is low-maintenance and visually impactful.
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Salvia nemorosa Caradonna, native to Central and Eastern Europe, stands out for its upright, compact form and deep purple-black flowering stems that carry vibrant violet-blue blossoms. Its deciduous, grey-green foliage is aromatic when crushed. The long blooming period can extend further with proper deadheading. This variety combines high ornamental value with excellent resilience. Cold-hardy down to -20 °C, it is also resistant to drought, making it a prime choice for low-input landscapes and urban plantings. Salvia nemorosa Caradonna excels in sunny borders, mixed perennial beds, dry gardens, and containers. Its vertical flower spikes add architectural structure to planting designs. It pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses, lavender, or Achillea, and is particularly effective in mass plantings. It is widely used in professional landscape schemes due to its uniformity, resistance, and minimal maintenance needs. As a nectar-rich plant, it also supports pollinators and is suitable for biodiversity-focused planting. Plant Salvia nemorosa Caradonna in well-drained, light soils—even poor or calcareous substrates are suitable. Full sun exposure is essential to ensure abundant flowering. Space plants 30 to 40 cm apart for optimal air circulation. Prune back faded flower spikes after the first bloom to encourage reblooming. Water sparingly once established; overwatering should be avoided. Apply a light fertiliser in spring if necessary. No deep soil cultivation is required—surface hoeing is sufficient to promote healthy growth.Characteristics of Salvia nemorosa Caradonna
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