Salvia guaranitica 'Bodacious Smokey Jazz'
Velvety Purple Blooms with Smoky Blue Hues for Pollinator Gardens
'Bodacious Smokey Jazz' is an elegant and compact perennial salvia featuring rich violet-purple flowers accented with smoky blue calyces. Blooming continuously from mid-summer through fall, it brings color, texture, and vertical interest to garden beds, borders, and containers. This variety is a magnet for hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, making it a pollinator-friendly choice for sunny landscapes. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils.
- � Deep violet-purple flowers with smoky blue calyces
- � Compact, upright perennial habit
- � Mature Size: 24–36 in. tall, 18–24 in. wide
- ☀️ Thrives in full sun
- � Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
- � Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established
- � Perfect for borders, containers, and pollinator gardens
Note: 'Bodacious Smokey Jazz' adds dramatic color and vertical interest while supporting local pollinators, making it both beautiful and ecologically valuable.
Growing Zones: 7–10 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 24–36 in. |
| Mature Width: | 18–24 in. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Botanical Name: | Salvia guaranitica 'Bodacious Smokey Jazz' |
| Common Name: | 'Bodacious Smokey Jazz' Salvia |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Type: | Perennial |
| Bloom Time: | Mid-Summer to Fall |
FAQ's
When does 'Bodacious Smokey Jazz' bloom?
It blooms continuously from mid-summer through fall, adding color late in the season.
Does it attract pollinators?
Yes, it is highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
Is it drought-tolerant?
Once established, it is moderately drought-tolerant and easy to care for.
Can it be grown in containers?
Yes, its upright and compact habit makes it excellent for container plantings and patio gardens.
