{"product_id":"salvia-x-guaranitica-smokey-jazz","title":"Salvia x guaranitica 'Smokey Jazz'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmokey Jazz Salvia \/ Smokey Jazz Sage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eSalvia x guaranitica\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Smokey Jazz’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lamiaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hybrid selection (South American ancestry)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dramatic, long-flowering salvia ideal for Adelaide’s hot, dry Mediterranean climate, \u003cem data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"654\"\u003eSalvia\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Smokey Jazz’ is prized for its deep, smoky burgundy–purple flowers displayed on near-black stems. Offering a moodier palette than other guaranitica types, it forms a compact, rounded shrub with softly aromatic green foliage that releases a fresh herbal scent when brushed. Flowering from late spring through autumn, it provides exceptional seasonal colour and thrives with minimal water once established. Heat-tolerant, pollinator-attracting and easy to maintain, it’s a standout for SA gardeners seeking rich tones and year-round presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6–0.9 m H × 0.6–1.0 m W (compact, rounded habit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–40 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft, mid-green aromatic leaves; may develop subtle silvery or bronzy tints in dry, coastal or windy conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep burgundy–purple tubular blooms on near-black stems from late spring to late autumn, with a strong early-summer flush and repeat flowering into autumn\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen in mild SA winters; exceptionally long flowering window from spring–autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e High nectar value for bees, butterflies and honeyeaters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant (once established); heat-tolerant; wind-tolerant; coastal-tolerant (second-line); light frost tolerant; handles reflected heat from paving and gravel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders: 2–3 plants per metre; Mass planting: 3–4 plants per m²; Pots: 30–40 cm diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-toxic to cats and dogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for richest colour and heaviest flowering; tolerates light part shade but with fewer blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining sandy or loamy soil; thrives in Adelaide’s slightly alkaline conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer; minimal water needed in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light trim after flowering flushes; hard prune by one-third in late winter to maintain bushiness; avoid high-nitrogen fertilisers; optional low-N feed in early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8+ years in suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for Mediterranean and temperate SA - Adelaide Plains, Barossa, Fleurieu, coastal suburbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to alkaline (tolerates slightly acidic soils)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern \u0026amp; Mediterranean Gardens: Rich burgundy tones pair beautifully with greys and silvers (Artemisia, Westringia, Leucophyta)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator Gardens: Outstanding long-season nectar source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry Borders \u0026amp; Verges: Excellent for low-water, high-impact planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlfresco Containers: A superb feature in pots where dark stems and flowers can be appreciated up close\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCottage \u0026amp; Mixed Borders: Combine with Gaura, Lavender, Salvia ‘Amistad’, and grasses for movement and colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Smokey Jazz’ brings a moody richness to the garden with its deep purple blooms and glossy dark stems, all while thriving in Adelaide’s heat and dry summers. Aromatic foliage, long flowering, low maintenance, and strong pollinator appeal make it a top-performing salvia for modern and traditional landscapes alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":48580220551420,"sku":"SALV-X-GUAR-SMOK-140MM","price":12.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/salvia-guaranitica-smokey-jazz-sage-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.png?v=1764917221","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/salvia-x-guaranitica-smokey-jazz","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}