Satureja montana

Winter Savory

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Aromatic perennial herb with needle-like grey-green leaves, native to Southern Europe. Culinary use for seasoning meats and beans, highly resilient in dry conditions.
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Plant Details

Common Name Winter Savory
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Satureja
Species Montana
Origin Southern Europe / Mediterranean
Blooming Summer to early autumn, small white or pink flowers
Leaf Color Grey-green / Silver-green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or gritty mix, neutral to alkaline pH preferred

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established. Water when soil surface is dry, avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for optimal flavor and growth; tolerates partial shade but may become leggy

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Fertilization

Low nutrient needs. Apply light balanced fertilizer monthly during growing season (Spring-early Autumn)

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape. Harvest leaves regularly to encourage bushier growth

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 5 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 65%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3600
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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