Caradonna Salvia Plants

Taxonomy of Caradonna Salvia Plants: Plant taxonomy classifies "Caradonna" salvia plants as Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna.' "Caradonna" is the cultivar name. A common name for this flower is "meadow sage."

Plant Type for Caradonna Salvia: Caradonna salvia plants are herbaceous perennials.

Characteristics of Caradonna Salvia Plants: Caradonna salvia plants reach about 2' in height, with a similar spread. However, foliage comprises only about 1 foot of that height: the rest is taken up by the exquisite flower spikes, which tower above the foliage. The small Caradonna salvia flowers that mass along the spikes are a deep purplish-blue in color. The spikes are relatively narrow, giving them a delicate appearance. Caradonna salvia plants exhibit a rigidly upright growing habit. And even the flower stems themselves are a deep purple, adding to the color display furnished by the flowers.

Sun and Soil Requirements for Caradonna Salvia Plants: Grow Caradonna salvia flowers in a sunny area with a well-drained soil. Although drought-tolerant once established, a moderate amount of water must be supplied to young plants.

Planting Zones for Caradonna Salvia Plants: Caradonna salvia flowers are best grown in planting zones 4-8.

Care for Caradonna Salvia Plants: If you deadhead Caradonna salvia flowers (i.e., remove spent blooms), the plants will flower all summer long.

Uses for Caradonna Salvia Plants: Caradonna salvia flowers may be used in cut-flower arrangements, and the dried leaves are fragrant enough to warrant inclusion in potpourris.

Wildlife Attracted to Caradonna Salvia Plants: Caradonna salvia flowers attract butterflies and bees. Fortunately, deer are not attracted to Caradonna salvia flowers, making them useful for deer control.

Outstanding Feature of Caradonna Salvia Plants: The rigidly upright growing habit, deep purple stems and delicate flower spikes all work together to give Caradonna salvia plants a striking appearance.