Botanical Interests
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Savory is primarily a culinary herb used in many dishes, including lentils, beans, chicken and beef soups, eggplant, stuffings, sausage, sauerkraut, liver, and fish. Fresh savory also adds a delightful flavor to salads, is an important component of Herbes de Provence (see recipe inside packet to make your own mix), and is used in tea to soothe a sore throat and upset stomach. Attractive, 18" tall, fast-maturing plant has flowers ranging in color from white to lavender, that attracts bees.
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Variety Info
Family: Laminaceae
Native: Turkey and Europe
Hardiness: Annual
Exposure: Full sun
Plant Dimensions: 12"–18" tall, 6"–12" wide
Variety Info: Highly aromatic 1" long, slender leaves on fine, hairy stems. White to lavender flowers appear from midsummer to fall. Leaves turn purplish in late summer.
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 60°F.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature is 75°–85°F.
Days to Emerge: 10–15 days
Seed Depth: Surface
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 6"–12"
Row Spacing: 18"
Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 6"–12"
Growing Info
Harvesting: Snip fresh sprigs as needed, harvesting up to 1/3 of the plant at a time, leaving 2/3 of the plant for fast regrowth. Flavor is the best prior to flowering; snip tops as flower buds appear if desired.
- Wendy F.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsFeb 10, 2026Excited to see what comes up
I just planted these, but, if any of the other germination rate for BI seeds is any indication, these will pop up in a day or so. Can't wait to try this in my summer grilling!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningFeb 16, 2026Hey Wendy,
We love your excitement! It sounds like you're already having such a great start with all of your seeds, I hope our Summer Savory Seeds are going to pop up beautifully for you too! Summer Savory is such a fantastic herb for adding that perfect aromatic touch to grilled dishes! The flavor is going to be incredible fresh from your garden. We can't wait to hear how your grilling adventures turn out with this amazing herb! Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your growing plans with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Nancy S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJan 19, 20255 Stars
I have never regretted buying Botanical Interest seeds. Dependable germination and great plant results.
- Chris L.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsApr 9, 20245 Stars
A quality product from a reputable company. Thank you.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner - Nancy M.Rated 5 out of 5 starsNov 4, 20235 Stars
We were so happy to find this in your catalog; seed has gotten hard to find, though it used to be popular. My German grandmother taught me to use it. We love green beans, and when I can them, I always include a bit. When I freeze blanched beans, I always put a sprig of summer savory in the container to cook with them later. Thank you!
- HeatherVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsOct 14, 20235 Stars
I grew these last season and have ordered more for spring. Good germination, amazing aroma and taste!!
