How to Grow Summer Savory

A warm-season herb for the home garden across the warmer US.

Summer Savory is a rewarding warm-season crop for backyard growers.

When to plant

Plant Summer Savory in spring once the soil has warmed and all frost has passed. In the warmest regions a second crop is possible in late summer. See your region on the summer savory page for exact timing.

Varieties

• Summer Savory, Peppery bean herb (Botanical Interests)

How to grow it

• Sun & soil: full sun, rich well-drained soil with even moisture.
• Spacing: about 20 cm (8 in) between plants.
• Sowing: barely cover the seed.
• Water: roughly 3 L per plant every 3 days in hot weather.

Pests & problems

Watch for Few. In humid regions, Few can appear, so space for airflow and water at the roots in the morning.

Harvest

Summer Savory is usually ready to harvest in about 2 months. Pick regularly to keep plants productive.

When to plant in your region

Pick your region to see exactly when to plant summer savory where you garden.

See also: Summer Savory in the plant library →

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