Salvia 'Caradonna'
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Salvia 'Caradonna'
- Experience the magic of one of the world's most beloved perennials, famous for its intense, deep violet-blue floral spires and dramatic black stems.
- This salvia offers an incredibly long flowering period; simply cut it back after the first flush for a guaranteed second spectacular show.
- Salvia is remarkably drought-tolerant, fully hardy, and thrives in baking sun, making it practically indestructible in the garden.
- Its upright, architectural habit provides brilliant vertical contrast when planted alongside softer, mounding perennials like geraniums or roses.
- The highly fragrant foliage naturally deters deer and rabbits, while the blooms act as a massive magnet for beneficial pollinators!
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Salvia 'Caradonna' is excellent for 30 cm pots, providing striking vertical accents in temperatures up to 30°C.
How big does it get?
Salvia 'Caradonna' typically reaches a mature height of 50 cm and a spread of 45 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Salvia 'Caradonna' requires full sun to flourish.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Salvia 'Caradonna' prefers well-drained, sandy or chalky soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Once established, Salvia 'Caradonna' is quite drought-tolerant and only requires watering every 10 to 14 days, providing around 1.5 cm of water, though it will appreciate a thorough soaking when temperatures exceed 25°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No strict pruning is required, but Salvia 'Caradonna' generally benefits from deadheading faded flowers to encourage further blooming and cutting back dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Salvia 'Caradonna' is fully hardy with an RHS rating of H7, surviving temperatures below -20°C, and is hardy across all UK regions.
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