Satureja montana
winter savory
A dwarf, sub-shrubby perennial up to 40cm tall and 20cm wide with narrowly lance-shaped dark green, or greyish-green leaves and dense spikes of small, whorled purple flowers in summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Purple | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen or Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Satureja can be annuals, perennials or subshrubs with aromatic, linear to obovate leaves and spike-like clusters of tubular 2-lipped flowers in summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- S Europe to Lebanon
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile well-drained, preferably alkaline soil, in full sun. See savory cultivation for more advice
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Patio and container plants
- Cottage and informal garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back old shoots in early spring
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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