Summer Savory Seeds

Summer savory (Satureja hortensis) is a fast-growing annual herb with a warm, peppery flavor that falls somewhere between thyme and marjoram. These non-GMO summer savory seeds grow into slender, bushy plants with narrow leaves and tiny pale flowers. Known as the classic 'bean herb,' it is a wonderfully aromatic addition to any culinary garden.Who it's forPerfect for cooks who prepare beans, lentils, and hearty stews, and gardeners wanting a quick, easy annual herb for beds and containers.How & when to plantDirect-sow after your last frost or start indoors 4–6 weeks earlier; seeds need light, so barely cover them. Space plants 8–10 inches apart in full sun with average, well-drained soil. Grown as a warm-season annual across USDA zones 3–10, summer savory is quick to establish and appreciates consistent moisture while young.HarvestLeaves are ready to snip in about 60–70 days, with the best flavor just as the plants begin to flower. Cut whole sprigs and harvest often to keep plants bushy; savory dries easily for winter use.Benefits & usesSummer savory is the traditional seasoning for green and dried beans, lentils, soups, sausages, and herb blends like herbes de Provence. Its peppery, slightly minty flavor also complements eggs, poultry, and roasted vegetables.