Caramia Meadow Sage

Salvia nemorosa 'Caramia'

Perennial Sages are invaluable additions to borders, forming compact clumps with grey-green leaves. They boast dark purple flower spikes on dark stems, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds in early summer. Prune faded flowers for re-blooming or cut back after flowering. These plants tolerate drought and can be easily divided every 3 to 4 years in spring. Ideal for both aesthetics and cutting.

Plant Type Perennials
Hardiness Zone 3-9
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Mid Summer, Late Summer
Height12" - 18" (in)
Spread12" - 18" (in)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant
Tolerance Deer, Drought, Rabbit
Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Edging, Mass Planting, Patio and Containers
Caramia Meadow Sage | Salvia nemorosa 'Caramia' || Perennial Sages are invaluable additions to borders, forming compact clumps with grey-green leaves. They boast dark purple flower spikes on dark stems, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds in early summer. Prune faded flowers for re-blooming or cut back after flowering. These plants tolerate drought and can be easily divided every 3 to 4 years in spring. Ideal for both aesthetics and cutting.
Full Sun, Mid Summer, Late Summer, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Fragrant, Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Edging, Mass Planting, Patio and Containers
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