plant

Winter savory

Satureja montana

Updated 4 Aug 2026 · AI-parsed entry

Winter savory (Satureja montana) — a plant, for Full sun, Low water. Companions: Common bean, Onion.

What it needs & gives back

↓ Needs

Lightfull sun to partial shade
Watermoderate

↑ Gives back

Mulch_biomassmedium
Nectarattracts pollinators

Companions

Through the year

Through the year

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emergenceWinter savory emerges after the last spring frost when soil temperatures consistently reach 10°C.
floweringFlowering occurs in mid to late summer, triggered by lengthening days and warm air temperatures.
harvestLeaves can be harvested throughout the growing season, with optimal flavor just before flowering.
dormancyWinter savory enters dormancy with the first autumn frosts and shortening days, though it is evergreen in milder climates.

Soil interactions

Drainagewell-drained
Nitrogen fixingNo
MycorrhizalNo
Soil texturesandy, loamy
Organic matterLow
Compaction toleranceMedium

Propagation

Methodsseed, cuttings, division
Difficulty2 / 5
Establishes in~1 yr
Stratificationnone
Self-seedingLight
Divisionspring

Wildlife & pests

Attractsbees, butterflies
Repelscabbage moths, bean beetles