78 days. Satureja montana. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Winter Savory. The plant produces good yields of small, shiny leaves on a spreading woody plant. This popular herb is excellent for low-maintenance gardening and is used for culinary and ornamental purposes, especially if you want a strong flavor. Winter savory is a perennial herb with a strong flavor and is evergreen, lasting through cooler weather better than summer savory. It has pink, lavender, or white flowers. Use the leaves with beans, gravies, stews, soups, dressings, butter, vinegar, sausages, and salami. It makes a good salt substitute. The essential oil in the leaves is also used for digestion and as a mild antiseptic. Suitable for borders, rock gardens, containers, or xeriscape plantings, as it grows 6–15 inches tall and spreads 8–24 inches. Drought Tolerant. Deer Resistant. Excellent choice for herb gardens. A variety from the Mediterranean region and southern Europe.
Seeds Per Pound: 800,000
Plant Height: 6 to 15" tall. Spreads 8 to 24 tall
Sunlight: Full Sun
Planting Method: Indoor Sow/Direct Sow (Direct sowing outdoors after the last frost is possible once soil warms, but indoor starting is more reliable)
Planting Instructions
Planting Instructions: Lightly press seeds in soil. Do not cover deeply, as light aids germination. Use grow lights, as light is required for germination. Cover lightly with a very thin dusting of Miracle-Gro Seed Starting Mix and water gently.
Plant Thinning: Thin plants to 8 to 12" apart, rows about 12 to 18" apart.
Soil Facts: Requires well-drained soil. It tolerates poorer soils and is relatively low-maintenance once established. Avoid waterlogged sites as good drainage is critical. Amend heavy soil with sand or grit for drainage.
Fertilizer: Avoid heavy, wet, or overly rich soil, as extra fertility can weaken growth.
Germination: 14-21 days (sometimes longer) at 69 F. Requires 14 weeks for full maturity.
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