Winter Savory
Satureja montana
Also listed as Clinopodium montanum, Micromeria montana
Also known as Savory
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Winter savory is a compact, evergreen Mediterranean herb with tiny needle-like leaves and small white or lavender flowers. It is valued for culinary and medicinal uses, and thrives in poor, dry conditions.
Why grow it
Winter savory is hardier and more cold-tolerant than summer savory (Satureja hortensis), making it a practical choice for year-round harvesting in cooler climates. Its evergreen foliage and compact growth habit also suit container cultivation and small spaces better than many other Mediterranean herbs. The plant's minimal nutrient requirements and drought tolerance reduce maintenance compared to more demanding culinary herbs.
Watch out for
Winter savory can become woody and less productive after several years, so periodic rejuvenation pruning helps maintain vigor and leaf quality. In humid climates or poorly drained soils, the plant is susceptible to root rot, so ensure sharp drainage and avoid overwatering during dormant periods.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Lamiaceae
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Winter savory is a compact, evergreen Mediterranean herb with tiny needle-like leaves and small white or lavender flowers. It is valued for culinary and medicinal uses, and thrives in poor, dry conditions.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Winter Savory grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Winter savory is hardier and more cold-tolerant than summer savory (Satureja hortensis), making it a practical choice for year-round harvesting in cooler climates. Its evergreen foliage and compact growth habit also suit container cultivation and small spaces better than many other Mediterranean herbs. The plant's minimal nutrient requirements and drought tolerance reduce maintenance compared to more demanding culinary herbs.
Watch out for
Winter savory can become woody and less productive after several years, so periodic rejuvenation pruning helps maintain vigor and leaf quality. In humid climates or poorly drained soils, the plant is susceptible to root rot, so ensure sharp drainage and avoid overwatering during dormant periods.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Lamiaceae
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
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