Satureja montana. Winter savory is similar to summer savory; however, it is hardier and has a more peppery flavor. Its taste can be reminiscent of thyme, but with a slight mintiness. The plant has a bushy habit and its needle-like leaves are used fresh or dried, especially in mixtures of herbs de Provence. Perennial plant in zone of rusticity 5.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Seeds

~500

Difficulty       

Easy

Sowing        

Direct, Indoor

Lifecycle      

Perennial

Root cellar   

No

Sowing season       

Spring, Summer

Growing tips

Germination conditions:

depth of sowing: above ground (press seeds lightly into the soil, but do not cover them)

optimal temperature for germination: 15 to 22ºC

time for germination: 7 to 21 days

When to sow:

sow indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last date in your area OR

direct sow after any risk of frost, when the soil is warmed up

Sowing technique: in pocket

Inside the same hole, sow 3 to 5 seeds spaced 1 to 2 cm apart; when the seeds have germinated and the seedlings have reached a height of 5 cm, keep all the plants if space is available or keep only the best plants.

for indoor seedlings: transplant into individual containers while waiting for transplanting in the garden OR

for direct seedlings: transplant to their final location in the garden

Transplanting outdoors (for seedlings started indoors):

When all risk of frost is removed

Distance in the garden:

between plants: 30 cm

between rows: 45 cm

Height of the plants: 30 cm

Soil: well drained, rather poor and dry

Exposure: full sun

Days to harvest: 60 days