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Summer Savory
Scientific Name: Satureja hortensis L.
Synonym: Calamintha hortensis
Family: Lamiaceae

Show Larger Picture Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 3: 137.

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: All zones USDA: 5-10 Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Southern Europe, central Asia Growth Habits: Summer annual, up to 18 inches in height and spread (45 cm), slender, erect stems Watering Needs: Moderate water in light soil, rich in humus Propagation: Seeds that require light to germinate, self sows if the conditions are right

Cultural Practices:
Sow outdoor, or indoor 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost, you can sow a second crop in late spring to harvest in the fall.

Blooming Habits:
The Summer Savory has tiny, pale pink flowers in summer.