Winter savory
Satureja montana · Savories · Mint family
Also known as: Mountain Savory
Easy20–40cmPet-friendlyEdible
Winter savory care at a glance
Winter savory (Satureja montana) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Winter savory
Possible pests on Winter savory include Aphids and Spider mites. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Grey mould. Winter savory is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Spider mites Low
Disease
- Root rot High
- Grey mould Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Winter savory
- Which pests affect Winter savory?
- Possible pests on Winter savory include Aphids and Spider mites.
- Which diseases affect Winter savory?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Grey mould.
- Is Winter savory toxic to cats and dogs?
- Winter savory is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Winter savory need?
- Winter savory has a low water requirement.
- What light does Winter savory need?
- Winter savory prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Winter savory frost-hardy?
- Winter savory is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -12 °C.
- Can you eat Winter savory?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves and flowers.