Description
Summer Savory is a culinary, medicinal, aromatic, and decorative plant that grows annually and has edible flowers. It is frequently used to flavor soup, tea, vinegar, pork, cabbage, and butter. It has a somewhat peppery flavor. Additionally, potpourris uses it.
The lavender tubular flowers on this herb bloom from July to September in the northern hemisphere. It’s very thin, bronze-green leaves grow to a height of around 30 to 60 cm (1 to 2 feet).
Habitat
Southeastern Europe and Asia are the native regions of summer savory. The herb is indigenous to Europe and is found in Albania, the Crimea, Italy, and the former Yugoslav lands. Summer savory is indigenous to Kazakhstan, Xinjiang, and the western Himalayas in Asia.
Uses
Summer savory is used to treat digestive issues such as cramps, indigestion, gas, diarrhea, nausea, and loss of appetite, as well as coughs and sore throats. It is taken by diabetics to quench frequent thirst. In order to boost sex drive, it is also used as an aphrodisiac and tonic.
Plant Care
- Light
Since summer savory originates from the Mediterranean, it should come as no surprise that it requires light conditions to grow well. It will be necessary to select a location with plenty of direct full sun. Choose a window that receives plenty of southern light if you are utilizing a container indoors.
- Soil
In terms of soil type, summer savory isn’t fussy. An ideal soil would be rich, loamy, and alkaline. The plant does not thrive in moist conditions, therefore it must have good drainage.
- Water
Watering summer savory frequently is beneficial, especially in the early stages of the plant’s growth. But rather than being completely wet, the soil should merely be kept moist. Eventually, even dry soil won’t bother it as long as it’s well established, however regular irrigation during hot weather is still recommended.
- Temperature and Humidity
Summer savory prefers temps between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit to flourish. Wait till the end of the spring frost before planting the seeds outside. Summer savory is native to the Eastern Mediterranean region and thrives in warmer climates.
- Fertilizer
Fertilizer shouldn’t be necessary for your summer savory to thrive. While the plant is growing, a modest amount of all-purpose type fertilizer will be enough if you do decide to use any.
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