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Growing Summer savory, also 'Bean Herb'

(Satureja hortensis)

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(Best months for planting Summer savory in USA - Zone 5a regions)

P = Plant direct in garden where they are to grow.


  • Easy to grow. Sow in Garden. Lightly cover.. Sow seed at a depth approximately three times the diameter of the seed. Best planted at soil temperatures between 64°F and 86°F. (Show °C/cm)
  • Space plants: 10 inches apart
  • Harvest in 6-10 weeks. Cut before flowers form for best flavour.
  • Compatible with: Beans, Onions

Likes a well-drained soil in full sun. A small spindly bush with dark green leaves and white or pink flowers. The leaves are pungent and spicy

About 30cm (12 in) high.

Useful to attract bees and butterflies. .

This is an annual plant and won't survive frost - cut it before the first frost and hang to dry. Then use the crushed or crumbled leaves. Plant in succession to extend useful life.

Culinary hints - cooking and eating Summer savory

Usually added to peas, beans or lentils. It has a slightly spicy flavour.


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17 May 11, Sharron (USA - Zone 8b climate)
Where do I find seed for savory?
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07 Jun 11, (USA - Zone 7a climate)
Lots of places have savory seed for sale online. 2bseeds.com and swallowtailgardenseeds.com have it.
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