{"product_id":"seeds-summer-savory","title":"Seeds Savory, Summer","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"45\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"18\"\u003eSavory, Summer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"21\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"43\"\u003e(Satureja hortensis)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"420\"\u003eSummer Savory is a fragrant annual culinary herb with a long history of use in European kitchens and traditional herbal practice. With its fine, narrow leaves and compact growth habit, it produces an abundance of aromatic foliage throughout the warm season. The flavor is warm, peppery, and slightly thyme-like—an essential seasoning for beans, meats, and vegetable dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"751\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eClassic Culinary Herb for Beans \u0026amp; Vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"507\"\u003eTraditionally paired with legumes, summer savory is often called the “bean herb” for its ability to enhance flavor in lentils, peas, and dry beans. Fresh or dried leaves are also used in stuffing, sausage, roasted vegetables, and herb blends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"788\"\u003eTraditional Digestive Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eThe aerial parts (leaves and flowering tops) have been used in herbal teas to support digestion and reduce gas. Mildly warming and aromatic, it has a long history in European folk herbalism as a digestive tonic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Easy to Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003eForms a bushy plant about 12–18 inches tall, making it well suited for herb gardens, raised beds, and containers. Regular harvesting encourages branching and fuller growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003ePollinator-Friendly Blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eSmall white to pale lavender flowers bloom in mid to late summer and are visited by bees and other beneficial insects, adding ecological value to culinary herb beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eSatureja hortensis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeastern Europe \u0026amp; Western Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003ePlant Life Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to medium-dry, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e July–September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White to pale lavender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~60–70 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown as an annual in zones 3–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003eDirect sow after danger of frost or start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost. Harvest leaves before flowering for strongest flavor, or allow some plants to bloom to support pollinators. Cut stems and hang to dry for winter seasoning. In permaculture systems, integrate into the herbaceous layer of kitchen gardens or plant near legumes as a traditional companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003eSummer Savory offers bold flavor, herbal tradition, and pollinator support—an understated but indispensable herb for the productive garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Strictly Medicinals","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47405068550403,"sku":"604154066402","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/16898CE9-04F5-4667-BE25-6D7676D3E541.jpg?v=1773953056","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/seeds-summer-savory","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}