75 DAYS
Satureja hortensis
Fragrant, finely textured leaves offer a warm, peppery flavour that can be used fresh or dried. Summer savory is excellent for flavouring dressings, gravies, and sauces, or added fresh to salads for a bright, herbal note.
Size: Mature plants reach approximately 12 to 18 in. tall with a spread of 12 to 15 in.
Yield: Offers a generous amount of aromatic leaves throughout the growing season, perfect for several harvests.
Taste: Warm, peppery flavour with a robust herbal aroma, enhancing both cooked and fresh dishes.
How to use: Ideal for flavouring dressings, gravies, and sauces, or added fresh to salads to elevate the taste.
Planting tips: Sow in full sun in well-drained soil after the last frost; ideal for herb gardens, containers, raised beds, and borders. Ensure proper drainage and aim for at least 5 hours of direct sunlight each day.
Harvest tips: Regularly harvest leaves, cutting them back by one-third to promote bushy growth and rejuvenate the plant.
Pelleted seed.
