Salvia Caradonna
Salvia Caradonna’s stems of striking violet-purple flowers bring rich colour to your outside space throughout the summer. The nectar rich flowers are displayed on spikes which wave elegantly in the breeze. This easy care plant has grey-green leaves and dark stems, providing a beautiful backdrop for the flowers.
Top Tip
Caradonna has a long flowering period. Regularly cutback dead flowerheads to encourage new flowers throughout summer and autumn.
How to care for Salvia Caradonna
Aspect
Caradonna is happiest in direct sunlight.
Care Level
Other than enough water and good quaity soil, no further care is needed.
Watering
Caradonna doesn't like to be too wet and is drought tolerant once established.
Feeding
Plant with lots of good quality, peat-free compost for best results.
Soil
Caradonna doesn't like to sit in soggy soil, don't let it become waterlogged. If you have clay based soil, ensure you plant with a potting grit to encourage drainage.