Summer Savory Seeds – Satureja hortensis Herbal Plant

Summer Savory is a warm-season culinary herb grown for its aromatic foliage and compact branching growth habit. Plants produce slender green leaves on upright stems and develop small flowers later in the growing season. This annual herb is suitable for herb gardens, raised beds, containers, and border plantings. Summer Savory performs best in full sun with well-drained soil and adapts well to a variety of garden conditions.

Features

• Warm-season annual herb
• Produces aromatic green foliage
• Compact and branching growth habit
• Suitable for herb gardens, containers, and raised beds
• Adapted to warm growing conditions
• Performs well in well-drained soils
• Suitable for small-space gardening

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Satureja hortensis
• Common Name (US): Summer Savory
• Seed Type / Variety: Satureja hortensis
• Growth Habit: Compact annual herb
• USDA Zones: 2-11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: March-May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10-21 days at 65-75°F (18-24°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering; allow soil surface to dry slightly between waterings
• Mature Plant Size: 12-18 inches tall, 8-12 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 8-12 inches apart