Summer savory (Satureia hortensis) is one of the oldest known culinary herbs. Historically, it's been touted as a food that benefits the entire digestive tract and was extremely popular with the Greeks and the Romans.

Summer savory has a light, peppery flavor that's similar to thyme. While it's spicy, it's also delicate and livens up fish, eggs, meats, and beans. Try chopping it finely and sprinkling it on broths or soups, too. Summer savory is also infused to make wine vinegar and savory oil.

Growing Summer Savory in the Home Garden

Summer savory is a low-growing, bushy annual that grows to 9" to 12" tall. Their favorite situation is full sun and organically rich soil. To grow it, your best bet is to plant seeds directly into their permanent position in the garden in late spring. When the seedlings reach about 1"-2" tall, use small scissors to thin them so that the ones left are about 6" apart. While you can start seeds early indoors, this herb resents being transplanted.

Cuttings can also be taken in the summer to root and pass on to friends. Root some cuttings for yourself and bring them into the house for winter cooking. They do quite well indoors with bright light. Their blooms are tiny blue or white flowers that attract bees and other pollinators to the garden. Window boxes and containers make perfect homes for summer savory. They make handsome border plants and a perfect addition to a theme garden .

I love to use summer savory on fresh green beans . I'm no chef but every time I melt butter on fresh, steamed green beans and toss them with some finely chopped summer savory, people rave and want the recipe. This is an herb that's easy to grow and vastly underused. Plant some in your kitchen garden and be the first one you know to cook with this special herb.

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Gokemon - Savory goes great on breakfast   | Editor | 2009-09-17 14:48:17 I sprinkle some dried Savory into hash browns when I am frying them up with fresh potatoes. I love sprinkling fresh Savory over scrambled eggs right before serving as a delightful flavor and garnish. Its also used on makeing your own collection of Herbes de Provence. Recipe for Herbes de Provence 1 tablespoon thyme 1 tablespoon chervil 1 tablespoon rosemary 1 tablespoon summer savory 1 teaspoon lavender 1 teaspoon tarragon 1 teaspoon marjoram 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1/2 teaspoon mint 2 ground or chopped bay leaves Preparation: Mix together all of the ingredients and store in a tightly sealed container. Makes about 1/3 cup herb mix.

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