Product description
Summer Savory is a popular annual herb, famously prized for its classic, peppery flavour. The primary parts used for their culinary value are the slender, green leaves, which provide a pungent, spicy taste often described as a blend of thyme and mint. It is renowned as the "bean herb" for its traditional use in flavouring all types of bean dishes, but it is also excellent for seasoning poultry, sausages, and stews. The plant's small, delicate pink or white flowers are also edible and make a pretty, peppery garnish.
When it comes to planting and maintenance, this is an easy-to-grow, bushy annual that has very specific requirements. It is not adaptable about its light conditions and absolutely must have a location in full, direct sun to develop its best flavour. The main requirement for it to grow well is providing it with light, well-drained soil; it strongly dislikes heavy clay or soil that remains overly moist. As an added benefit to the garden, its small but nectar-rich flowers are known to be very popular with bees.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Product description
Summer Savory is a popular annual herb, famously prized for its classic, peppery flavour. The primary parts used for their culinary value are the slender, green leaves, which provide a pungent, spicy taste often described as a blend of thyme and mint. It is renowned as the "bean herb" for its traditional use in flavouring all types of bean dishes, but it is also excellent for seasoning poultry, sausages, and stews. The plant's small, delicate pink or white flowers are also edible and make a pretty, peppery garnish.
When it comes to planting and maintenance, this is an easy-to-grow, bushy annual that has very specific requirements. It is not adaptable about its light conditions and absolutely must have a location in full, direct sun to develop its best flavour. The main requirement for it to grow well is providing it with light, well-drained soil; it strongly dislikes heavy clay or soil that remains overly moist. As an added benefit to the garden, its small but nectar-rich flowers are known to be very popular with bees.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Plant Summer Savory next to your broad beans not just for the flavour affinity, but because it is reputed to repel the blackfly that often attack bean crops. You can also rub the crushed leaves onto insect bites to help reduce stinging and swelling thanks to its antiseptic properties.
How to Water
Keep the soil for Summer Savory evenly moist while the seeds are germinating and the seedlings are young. Once the plant is bushy, you can reduce watering, letting the soil dry slightly between soakings.
How to Plant
Plant Summer Savory in full sun with light, well-drained soil to ensure the best flavour development. Keep the soil moderately moist during germination and establishment.
