Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' - 2026

Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' is a clump-forming perennial with aromatic green foliage and striking upright spikes of deep violet-purple flowers above dark purple stems. Blooming from late spring into summer, it provides long-lasting colour and structural interest in borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife-friendly plantings. Its nectar-rich flowers attract bees and butterflies, enhancing ecological value while adding dramatic ornamental appeal. The compact, tidy habit makes it ideal for mixed borders, low-maintenance schemes, and mass planting.

It thrives in full sun in well-drained, moderately fertile soil and is low-maintenance, benefiting from occasional deadheading to prolong flowering and maintain a neat appearance. Non-native to the UK, it is prized for its vivid flower colour, contrasting dark stems, and ability to provide architectural impact in perennial borders.