Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna'

Meadow Sage, Salvia

Family: Lamiaceae Mint


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 9A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Purple
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, container, massing, specimen
Height 18" to 20" / 45cm to 50cm
Spread 12" to 30" / 30cm to 75cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Semi-evergreen
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Green, silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, fragrant foliage