What soil does Woodland sage 'Caradonna' grow in?

It tolerates these soils: average garden soil, sandy, calcareous, acidic.

Is Woodland sage 'Caradonna' hardy?

Hardy down to -20 °C (USDA zone 6, RHS H6). In the colder parts of the country (Banská Bystrica Region, Prešov Region, Žilina Region) it may not survive winter without protection.

When does Woodland sage 'Caradonna' flower?

Flowering: May–September, purple.

How much water does Woodland sage 'Caradonna' need?

Water need: low. Drought tolerance: high.

Woodland sage 'Caradonna'

Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna'

Woodland sage 'Caradonna' (Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna') is a perennial. Light: full sun, part shade. Hardy down to -20 °C. Drought tolerance: high.

Illustration of Woodland sage 'Caradonna' — An illustration of the typical shape of the mature plant, not a photo.

What it's good for, and what it isn't

Deep purple flower spikes and almost black stems work well in sunny borders, alongside ornamental grasses or in larger pots, and attract pollinators. Give it well-drained soil; established plants tolerate heat and drought well. Cut back faded stems after the first flowering flush to encourage another display later in the season.

Watch out for

Winter waterlogging and poorly drained soil can cause root and crown rot and reduce winter survival. Slugs and snails may damage young shoots. Late-season repeat flowering depends on cutting back and available moisture; flowering is not necessarily continuous.

Key facts

Light: Full sun, Part shade
Water need: Low
Care: Low
Size after 10 years: 60 cm × 50 cm
Hardiness: down to -20 °C
Foliage: Deciduous
Flowering: J F M A M J J A S O N D May–September, purple

Group	Perennial
Light	Full sun, Part shade
Size after 10 years	60 cm × 50 cm
Ultimate size	45–60 cm × 40–50 cm
Hardiness	down to -20 °C (USDA 6, RHS H6)
Soil	Average garden soil, Sandy, Calcareous, Acidic
Foliage	Deciduous
Flowering	May–September, purple
Water need	Low
Drought tolerance	High
Maintenance	Low
Root aggressiveness	Low
Suckering	no
Spreading	Low
Distance from buildings	no data
Distance from paving	no data
Litter	not typical
Planting distance	40 cm
For dogs	no data
For cats	no data
For children	no data
Typical price	no data

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Frequently asked questions

Data updated: October 13, 2026 · How our data is made

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