A German introduction with deep violet-purple flowers on striking purple-black stems. Good for cutting. 18″ tall. Botanical Name- Salvia Caradonna Pronunciation- SAL-vee-uh kah-rah-DOH-nuh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average, well drained Current Size- 1 qt Bloom Color- Violet purple Bloom Time- May – July Companion Plants- Chick Charms Hens & Chicks – thrives in sunny, well-drained conditions and attracts pollinators Fauna Attracted- Hummingbirds, bees, butterflies Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP46B Yearly Care Instructions- Deadhead often to promote rebloom; water moderately and fertilize sparingly. Trimming Instructions- Deadhead during blooming. Cut back in late fall or early spring to rejuvenate. Fertilization Instructions- Feed sparingly with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low feeding need. Over-fertilizing in clay can cause sprawling, weak growth. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone Possible Issues- Aphids, root rot
