Up to 35% off all perennials until Monday midnight!
Share your pictures? Hide split images
I have read and agree the terms and conditions of service.

Organic Lemon Savory - Satureja montana citriodora

Satureja montana citriodora
Winter Savory

4,2/5
4 reviews
0 reviews
0 reviews
0 reviews
1 reviews

Hello, plant received looking tired, replanted it but unfortunately it didn't survive despite my care. Very disappointed. Have a nice day.

Isabelle, 24/10/2024

Leave a review → View all reviews →

Why not try an alternative variety in stock?

208

Available in 2 sizes

298

Available in 3 sizes

59

Available in 2 sizes

153
From 1,40 € Plug plant 1.5/2.5 cm
85

Available in 2 sizes

39
1,50 € Seeds
37
From 3,90 € 7/8 cm pot

Available in 2 sizes

Available to order
10,90 €
43

Available in 2 sizes

34

Available in 2 sizes

67
From 2,90 € Seeds
73
29
From 4,90 € 7/8 cm pot

Available in 2 sizes

13
From 2,90 € Seeds
314
20% 1,36 € 1,70 € Plug plant 3/4cm

Available in 2 sizes

This plant carries a 6 months recovery warranty

More information

Perennial herbaceous plant, reaching a height of 30 to 40 cm (12 to 16in). This Provencal Herb is cultivated for its lemon-flavoured foliage that adds aroma to many dishes, especially fish, grilled meats, and sauces. It is also used for infusion. Planting in spring or autumn, harvest from June to October.
Ease of cultivation
Beginner
Height at maturity
35 cm
Spread at maturity
25 cm
Exposure
Sun
Soil moisture
Dry soil
Best planting time April to May, September to October
Recommended planting time April to May, September to October
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Flowering time June to September
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Harvest time June to October
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Description

The Lemon Savory (Satureja montana citriodora) is a perennial herbaceous plant, reaching a height of 30 to 40 cm (12 to 16in). This herb is cultivated for its lemon-flavoured foliage, which adds aroma to many dishes, especially fish, grilled meats, and sauces. It can also be used for infusion. Plant in spring or autumn, harvest from June to October.

Mountain Savory is a very hardy perennial herbaceous plant (up to -15°C (5°F)), belonging to the Lamiaceae family. It is a typical aromatic plant of Mediterranean cuisine, naturally growing in scrubland, fallow fields, and sunny slopes. The Savory forms a beautiful cushion of small shiny green leaves that release a strong scent, resembling that of Thyme, when crushed. This honey-producing plant has pretty white flowers with a slight pink hue from July to September.

In cooking, this lemon-flavoured and spicy herb from Provence is used as a condiment to flavour vegetables, including legumes, meats, fish, or sauces. Consumed as an infusion, it aids digestion and relieves bloating. Its leaves can also be used fresh as poultices to soothe skin irritations, such as insect bites.

It is an undemanding plant that thrives in sunny, dry, and well-drained soil. At the end of winter, prune it into a compact ball shape with shears to maintain its compact habit.

Harvest: leaves can be harvested from June to October by simply cutting the branches, ideally in the morning. It is preferable to carry out this operation before flowering to preserve the fullness of its fragrance.

Storage: The leaves of Savory are best consumed fresh to fully enjoy their fragrance. However, for longer storage, you can dry the leaves in the shade and keep them in airtight jars.

Gardener's tip: in the garden, don't hesitate to mix things up by placing some aromatic plants like Savory in the middle of your perennial flower beds or in sunny rockeries. They will integrate perfectly and the sometimes strong scents of aromatic plants often have the ability to repel insects that may attack more delicate plants, such as certain rose bushes.

Report an error about the product description

Organic Lemon Savory - Satureja montana citriodora in pictures

Organic Lemon Savory - Satureja montana citriodora (Foliage) Foliage

Harvest

Harvest time June to October
Type of vegetable Aromatic
Vegetable colour green
Size of vegetable Small
Interest Flavour
Use Cooking

Plant habit

Height at maturity 35 cm
Spread at maturity 25 cm
Growth rate normal

Foliage

Foliage persistence Semi-evergreen
Foliage colour medium green
Aromatic? Fragrant foliage when creased
Product reference35961

Other Herbs A to Z

53
13
From 4,90 € 8/9 cm pot
20
From 6,90 € Seeds
309
From 1,40 € Plug plant 3/4cm

Available in 2 sizes

23
29
From 2,90 € Seeds
358
From 1,90 € Plug plant 3/4cm

Available in 2 sizes

6
From 4,50 € Seeds
83

Planting and care

Savory is a hardy and easy-to-grow herb that thrives in poor, light, and even rocky soils that are well-drained. If your soil is rather moist and clayey, we recommend growing it in a pot where it will do very well. Planting can be done in spring (April-May) or autumn (September-October).

In the ground: Choose a very sunny location. Space the plants 30 cm (12in) apart in all directions. Dig a hole (3 times the size of the root ball), add well-rotted compost, place the root ball, and cover with soil. Firmly press down and water lightly.

In a pot: Place a layer of gravel or clay balls at the bottom of the pot to facilitate drainage. Fill the pot with a mixture of potting soil and garden soil. Place the root ball, cover with soil, and firmly press down. Water lightly. Place your pot in the sun.

As for maintenance, water sparingly, mainly in summer, as Savory does not appreciate excessive moisture. For pot cultivation, do not let water stagnate in the saucer.

An annual pruning (on the current year's wood) will maintain a nice round and compact habit.

9
7,50 € Bag
16
19,50 €
8
14,50 € Each

Cultivation

Best planting time April to May, September to October
Recommended planting time April to May, September to October

Care

Soil moisture Dry
Disease resistance Good

Intended location

Type of use Border, Container, Vegetable garden, Greenhouse, Conservatory
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Soil light
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained), 187
4,2/5
No reviews
No reviews
No reviews

Herbs

44
1
4,90 € Seeds
29
49

Available in 2 sizes

8
14,50 € -26%
17
From 2,50 € Seeds
2
5,70 € Seeds
4
From 6,90 € Seeds
25
From 2,50 € Seeds
6

Haven't found what you were looking for?