Summer Savory Seeds - (Satureja hortensis)

Summer Savory - The Herb for the Classical Cook's Garden

This aromatic annual has lilac to white tubular flowers that bloom July- September, with very slender bronze green leaves. 

Details

Savory is fast growing reaching about 12-18" tall and is best sown directly outside. Harvesting can begin as soon as the plants are 6" high and may continue all summer. Best to harvest before the plant flowers.

History

Well known by the Romans, it's an essential ingredient in Herbs de Provence (along with rosemary, thyme, and oregano). Aids in digestion of rich foods, crushed leaves relieve bee stings.

Uses

Leaves are used to bring out the flavor of all bean dishes with their spicy, peppery taste. Used with marjoram and thyme to season trout, turkey, veal, salami, horseradish sauce, liquors and tonic wines.

Growing Tip

As a companion plant, Summer Savory aids onions in their growth  and makes a pleasant and useful border around them. It also makes a beneficial neighbor to green beans, both in the garden and in the cooking pot.

Learn More

• Herbed Marinated Dried Tomatoes
• The Versatility of Herbes de Provence

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