• Perennial evergreen—harvest year-round
• Intense peppery-spicy flavor (stronger than summer savory)
• Drought-tolerant once established
• Attracts bees and beneficial insects
• Compact growth (12-18 inches tall)
• Cold-hardy and heat-tolerant

Planting Guide

• Full sun (6-8 hours daily) for best flavor and growth
• Tolerates partial shade but may become leggy

• Well-draining is essential—will not tolerate wet feet
• Thrives in poor soil—no need for rich amendments

• Spacing: 12-15 inches apart for individual plants; 8-10 inches for hedging
• Depth: Plant at same depth as nursery container
• Containers: Excellent in pots with drainage holes using well-draining potting mix

• Water regularly until established (first 4-6 weeks)
• Once established, water sparingly—drought-tolerant
• Overwatering can cause root rot

• Minimal fertilizer needed
• Light compost application in spring is sufficient

• Prune lightly in spring to encourage bushy growth and remove winter damage
• Harvest regularly to promote fresh, tender growth
• Cut back by one-third after flowering to maintain shape
• Avoid cutting into old woody stems

• Pick leaves anytime once plant is established
• Best flavor just before flowering
• Harvest morning after dew dries for peak oils
• Use fresh or dry for storage

• Generally pest and disease-free
• Squirrel, Deer and rabbit resistant

• Plant near beans to enhance growth and deter pests
• Excellent with rosemary, thyme, and oregano
• Companion to brassicas and onions