Summer Savory

Satureja hortensis

Summer Savory

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Lamiaceae
Genus:
Satureja
Species:
Satureja hortensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
1-2 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun, jul, aug, sep
Bloom Colors:
pink, white

Native Range

United States: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, Canada: Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec

Reported Fauna Sightings

Bees: Common eastern bumble bee (Bombus impatiens), Common eastern bumble bee (Bombus impatiens), Tri-colored bumble bee (Bombus ternarius), Tri-colored bumble bee (Bombus ternarius)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
prefers sunny locations with good air circulation