Caradonna Salvia

Slim purple spikes, dark stems, striking architectural accent

Botanical Name- Salvia Caradonna

Pronunciation- SAL-vee-uh kah-rah-DOH-nuh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Violet purple

Bloom Time- May - July

Companion Plants- Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' (classic purple-gold cottage combo)

Fauna Attracted- Hummingbirds, bees, butterflies

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP51B

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