Salvia nem. 'Caradonna Compact Blue' - P9

Description
The Balkan clary 'Caradonna' (Salvia nemorosa) is an upright, slender perennial that forms purple, lip-shaped flowers arranged in panicles from June to July. Repeated flowering occurs in September with proper care. Its lanceolate leaves are medium green in colour. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 60 cm and grows to around 40 cm wide. The Balkan clary 'Caradonna' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * very beautiful in containers

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Balkan clary 'Caradonna' are medium green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Balkan clary 'Caradonna' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, slender.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
If the plants are cut back after flowering, they will sprout and flower again.

Flower
Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' forms lip-shaped, purple flowers arranged in panicles from June. With the right care, re-flowering in September.

Use
Tubs, rock garden, bee pasture, perennial bed, small/front garden, scented garden, rose garden