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Caradonna Salvia

Caradonna Salvia

SALVIA nemorosa 'Caradonna'

  • Full Sun (6+ hrs) and Partial Sun / Shade (3-6 hrs)
  • High drought resistance
  • Mounding, Clumping, and Compact
  • Ships as a 4"plant
  • Over 24"
  • 2'–4'
Regular price $10.99
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Caradonna Salvia (Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna') is perhaps the most iconic and recognizable of all the perennial sages. It is instantly identified by its unique, glowing purple-black stems which provide a dramatic vertical structure even before the flowers open. The blossoms themselves are a deep, dark violet-blue, creating a moody and sophisticated color palette that has made it a staple in modern and "New Perennial" garden designs.

As an architectural member of the Salvia genus, 'Caradonna' features a very upright, narrow habit that makes it perfect for "weaving" through other perennials or planting in tight rhythmic rows. It is a tough, Mediterranean native that loves the sun and is exceptionally drought-tolerant once its roots are established. Why you’ll love it: Unique dark stems, elegant vertical silhouette, and a reliable bloomer that provides a sophisticated contrast to softer, lighter garden colors.

Product Details: This Caradonna Salvia is delivered as a healthy 4-inch live plant in a nursery pot. It reaches 18-24 inches tall and is a hardy, long-lived perennial.

We use expedited shipping policies to protect plant health and minimize plant stress in transit.  All plants are in transit for only 1-3 days. (This does not guarantee 3-day delivery as orders are not always packed and sent out on the day of your order.) We send out deliveries on a weekly schedule to ensure quick transit times, so your order may not be packaged and shipped until later in the week. For instance, we may hold shipments to avoid weekend delays that keep plants in transit for longer.

All packaging includes eco-friendly material and our shipping methods are tested regularly to ensure plants arrive healthy upon arrival.

Additionally, any delays or damages in shipping are covered by our Healthy Plant Guarantee.

If you're plants arrived damaged, we will happily replace them for free!

Please contact us, send a picture, and detail any damage, so that we can continue to improve our shipping process and make sure you receive the healthy plants you paid for.

Mature Height is 2'–4'

Mature Spread is Over 24"

Watering: Keep moist

Blooms in:

  • Summer

Special Features:

  • Cut flowers
  • Deer resistant