{"id":1061,"date":"2023-05-19T15:23:29","date_gmt":"2023-05-19T22:23:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/?p=1061"},"modified":"2023-06-27T14:18:42","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T21:18:42","slug":"how-to-grow-winter-savory","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-winter-savory\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Grow Winter Savory &#8211; A Beginner&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningeats.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/How-to-Grow-Winter-Savory.png\" alt=\"winter savory plant growing in garden\" title=\"\"><br \/>\nWinter savory, which are known botanically as Satureja montana, are a type of herb that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing winter savory as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-winter-savory\/#Best_Time_to_Plant_Winter_Savory\" title=\"Best Time to Plant Winter Savory\">Best Time to Plant Winter Savory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-winter-savory\/#How_to_Plant_Winter_Savory_the_Right_Way\" title=\"How to Plant Winter Savory the Right Way\">How to Plant Winter Savory the Right Way<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-winter-savory\/#How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Winter_Savory\" title=\"How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Winter Savory\">How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Winter Savory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-winter-savory\/#How_Much_to_Water_Winter_Savory\" title=\"How Much to Water Winter Savory\">How Much to Water Winter Savory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-winter-savory\/#How_Long_Does_it_Take_Winter_Savory_to_Germinate_and_Grow\" title=\"How Long Does it Take Winter Savory to Germinate and Grow?\">How Long Does it Take Winter Savory to Germinate and Grow?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-winter-savory\/#When_to_Harvest_Winter_Savory\" title=\"When to Harvest Winter Savory\">When to Harvest Winter Savory<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-winter-savory\/#What_Can_Winter_Savory_Be_Used_For\" title=\"What Can Winter Savory Be Used For?\">What Can Winter Savory Be Used For?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-winter-savory\/#Can_Winter_Savory_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\" title=\"Can Winter Savory Grow in Pots and Containers?\">Can Winter Savory Grow in Pots and Containers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-winter-savory\/#Are_Winter_Savory_Safe_for_Bees\" title=\"Are Winter Savory Safe for Bees?\">Are Winter Savory Safe for Bees?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Time_to_Plant_Winter_Savory\"><\/span>Best Time to Plant Winter Savory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the winter savory seeds directly outdoors in spring or early summer. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather.<\/p>\n<p>To check when winter savory are most likely to thrive in your area, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map<\/a>. If you live outside the US, do a quick search for &#8216;plant hardiness zone + [city]&#8217;.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Plant_Winter_Savory_the_Right_Way\"><\/span>How to Plant Winter Savory the Right Way<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are a number of things to consider that will help you avoid some of the common mistakes of growing winter <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-savory\/\" title=\"savory\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">savory<\/a> in your home garden. <\/p>\n<p>Often overlooked, your soil can have a huge impact on how well your winter savory grow. Generally, your soil should be well-drained and fertile, with added organic matter. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.esf.edu\/pubprog\/brochure\/soilph\/soilph.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Soil PH levels<\/a> should be around 6.5 to 7.5.<\/p>\n<p>1\/8&#8243; deep, 12&#8243; apart in rows 18&#8243; apart. 1\/8&#8243; deep, 12&#8243; apart in rows 18&#8243; apart. The seeds should be sowed at a depth of about 6-12&#8243;. For each plant, be sure to sow at least a few seeds to ensure that at least one of them will germinate.<\/p>\n<p>Begin thinning your winter savory seedlings 12-18&#8243; apart when seedlings are 2-3&#8243; tall.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Sunlight_is_Needed_to_Grow_Winter_Savory\"><\/span>How Much Sunlight is Needed to Grow Winter Savory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The amount of sunlight is another key to a successful harvest. Too much sunlight will dry out your winter savory. Not enough sunlight will stunt your its growth or even kill it.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, your winter savory should be getting full sun<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_to_Water_Winter_Savory\"><\/span>How Much to Water Winter Savory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As you&#8217;ve figured by now, a lot can have an impact on how well your winter savory do, and the amount of water is no different.<\/p>\n<p>Ideally, the soil should be damp to touch; not soggy or bone dry. If the leaves on your winter savory begin to change colors or start to look droopy, you need to adjust how much water you&#8217;re giving it.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, if you give it too much or too little water, you can kill it, so it&#8217;s best to just keep an eye on it and water as needed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_it_Take_Winter_Savory_to_Germinate_and_Grow\"><\/span>How Long Does it Take Winter Savory to Germinate and Grow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now the fun part begins and you get to watch your winter savory grow.<\/p>\n<p>It takes approximately 14-21 days to germinate, and a total of n\/a (perennial, harvest leaves as needed) from seed to harvest.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Harvest_Winter_Savory\"><\/span>When to Harvest Winter Savory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The best time to harvest your winter savory is when leaves are large enough to use, before the plant flowers.<\/p>\n<p>Winter savory can grow up to about 12-18&#8243; tall.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Can_Winter_Savory_Be_Used_For\"><\/span>What Can Winter Savory Be Used For?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Food Use:<\/strong> great for seasoning meats, soups, and sauces.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Flavor Profile:<\/strong> stronger, more pungent and aromatic than <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningeats.com\/how-to-grow-summer-savory\/\" title=\"summer savory\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">summer savory<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Winter_Savory_Grow_in_Pots_and_Containers\"><\/span>Can Winter Savory Grow in Pots and Containers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can plant 1 plant per 8&#8243; container. This can help control weeds and keep your plant from growing out of control.<\/p>\n<p>It also gives you the flexibility to move your winter savory around if you need to adjust sunlight or bring it indoors to avoid harsh weather conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Winter_Savory_Safe_for_Bees\"><\/span>Are Winter Savory Safe for Bees?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, winter savory are safe for bees. <\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenpeace.org\/usa\/sustainable-agriculture\/save-the-bees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GreenPeace.org<\/a>, bees pollinate human food crops that make up about 90% of the world&#8217;s nutrition.<\/p>\n<p>Given their importance in our ecosystem and food supply, I feel it is important to note that growing winter savory is bee-friendly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Winter savory, which are known botanically as Satureja montana, are a type of herb that can easily be grown at home. Continue reading to learn the basics of growing winter savory as well as common mistakes to avoid along the way. Best Time to Plant Winter Savory This will depend largely on your local climate, but as a rule of thumb, begin to plant the winter savory seeds directly outdoors in spring or early summer. This is the best time to ensure that the seedlings survive the weather. 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