Woodland Sage

About this plant

Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' is a standout perennial celebrated for its striking, deep violet-purple flower spikes held aloft by unique, near-black stems. This exceptional cultivar offers an extended bloom period from late spring through summer, providing a continuous spectacle of color and attracting a host of beneficial pollinators to your landscape. Ideal for borders, mass plantings, or container arrangements, 'Caradonna' Woodland Sage contributes a sophisticated vertical element and rich texture. Its neat, upright habit and fragrant foliage make it a versatile choice for both formal and informal garden designs. Easy to grow and remarkably resilient, 'Caradonna' thrives in various conditions, rewarding gardeners with abundant blooms and minimal fuss. Enhance your garden with this award-winning perennial, ensuring season-long beauty and vibrant activity.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Plant in well-drained soil. Water regularly after planting until established. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage rebloom and maintain a tidy appearance. Cut back hard in late fall or early spring to promote fresh growth. Fertilize sparingly in spring if desired.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.