Summer Savory Seeds – 500 Heirloom Culinary Herb Garden Seeds

Summer Savory is a classic annual culinary herb prized for its peppery, thyme-like flavor that enhances beans, soups, stuffings, and roasted meats. Its slender, branching stems and small, aromatic green leaves make it an attractive addition to herb gardens, kitchen borders, and container plantings. This heirloom variety is easy to grow from seed and provides a steady harvest of fresh leaves throughout the growing season.

Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting your first herb patch, Summer Savory offers reliable performance and versatile kitchen value. Its compact growth habit fits well in small spaces, and the leaves can be used fresh or dried for long-term storage.

Plant Features

• Annual culinary herb with a peppery, savory flavor
• Heirloom variety suitable for fresh and dried use
• Compact, bushy growth habit ideal for containers and borders
• Aromatic green leaves that attract beneficial pollinators
• Easy to grow from seed with minimal maintenance

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Satureja hortensis
• Plant Type: Annual herb
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Upright, branching
• Bloom Season: Summer to early fall
• Mature Height: 12–18 inches
• Spacing: 8–12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Summer Savory seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface, as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist until seedlings emerge, which typically takes 10–14 days at 65–70°F. Thin seedlings to 8–12 inches apart to allow good air circulation.

Once established, Summer Savory thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry spells, but avoid overwatering. Pinch back the tips to encourage bushy growth and harvest leaves as needed throughout the season. For dried herbs, cut stems before flowering and hang them in a cool, dark place.

What's Included

500 Summer Savory heirloom seeds for planting.