Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna'
Caradonna garden sage
From Beate Zillmer of Zillmer Pflanzen in Uchte, Germany. Imagine 'East Friesland' with violet blue flowers and glowing purple stems. Incomparable! Its tidy upright habit makes it an excellent companion for Geraniums, yellow Baptisias and purple Heucheras.
Height18-30 Inches |
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Spread12 Inches |
Bloom Color
Violet BlueUSDA Hardiness Zone 4-9
Interesting Notes
The word 'salvia' comes from the Latin salvare, meaning to heal or save. Sage's long history of medicinal uses has seen it used for curing everything from colds to snakebite. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/gardening/profiles/salvia/pf_salvia.shtml)
Growing and Maintenance Tips
S. nemorosa can be found ranging from Northern to Southern Europe to Central Asia. Prefers average , clay or sandy, well-drained soils in full sun. Drought and humidity tolerant. Propagate by seed or cuttings in early summer. Cut back in the fall. May be used as a border, cut or native gardens.
Good Companions
Geranium
'Dilys',
Oenothera
'Cold Crick',
Oenothera berlanderi
'Siskiyou'
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