SAVORY Satureia hortensis(summer savory). Satureia montana(winter savory). Labiatae.
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SAVORY Satureia hortensis(summer savory). Satureia montana(winter savory). Labiatae. |
| All herbs should be used in moderation and not in large quantities. Please consult a Herbalist. |
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bean herb! Winter and Summer Savory used to growing on stony ground. |
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| Annual/biennial/Perennial | (Summer) Annual, (Winter) Perennial. |
| Appearance | (Winter) Grey-green low growing shrub-like appearance, with pink flowers. (Summer) Slightly darker green with lilac flowers.. |
| Height | (Winter) 30cm/12ins (Summer) 16ins/40cms |
| Growing Position | Sunny spot. |
| Fertiliser | Minimum amount of organic material, too much will harm the flavouring of this herb. |
| Propagation and soil | Can be started from seed. Well drained soil. |
| Spring | (Summer) Start from seed and thin seedlings in late spring. (Winter) Take stem cuttings |
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| Autumn | .(Winter) Lift and divide the plants to increase your stock. |
| Winter | |
| Use | Leaves and young shoots. |
| Aromatic, Medicinal or Culinary | Medicinal and Culinary |
| Areas of help | Anti-inflammatory, carminative, antiseptic and a good tonic for the digestion. |
| Storage | Fresh or dried. |
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| Recipe Large doses can be harmful. Basic recipes and how to make, CLICK. |
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