• Salvia nemorosa &
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Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna'

Woodland sage

Dark stems topped with vivid purple flowers give this salvia standout colour and structure all summer long.

Supplied as an established plant in a 2 litre pot

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Salvia nemorosa &
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Aspect

full sun

Hardiness

Fully hardy in most parts of the UK

Flowers

June - September

Soil

Loam, chalk, sandy soil

About this plant

  • Description

    A striking perennial salvia with deep violet-purple flower spikes held on dramatic dark stems. Loved for its long flowering season and strong architectural form, it adds rich colour and movement to sunny planting schemes.

  • Why we like it

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    Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' is prized for its dramatic contrast between dark stems and vivid flowers. Its upright shape weaves beautifully through mixed borders and contemporary planting schemes, while its reliable flowering and low maintenance nature make it a dependable garden favourite.

Specs & details

The particulars

Botanical name
Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna'
Common name
Woodland sage
Supplied as
2 litre pot
Flowering period
June - September
Habit
Clump-forming upright perennial
Hardiness
Fully hardy in most parts of the UK
Aspect
full sun
Soil type
Loam, chalk, sandy soil
Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Position
Mid-border, gravel garden, patio containers

Planting & care

Help it thrive

Planting guide

Plant in spring or autumn in a sunny, well-drained spot. Improve heavy soils with grit or organic matter before planting. Deadhead faded flower spikes regularly to encourage repeat blooms throughout the season.

Care tips

Water during prolonged dry spells in the first growing season. Trim spent flower spikes after flowering to promote fresh blooms. Divide congested clumps every few years in spring.

Winter care

Leave stems in place over winter for added structure and wildlife value, then cut back in early spring. Apply a light mulch around the base in colder areas, avoiding waterlogged conditions.