Lemon Savory (Satureja citriodora) is a compact annual herb admired for its fine green foliage and abundant pale blossoms. Perfect for edging garden beds, cottage borders, and herb displays, this tidy plant stays small, rounded, and productive throughout the growing season. Its clusters of flowers support bees and beneficial insects, making it both decorative and ecologically valuable in sunny gardens.
Features
• Compact, finely textured foliage in rounded mounds
• Small pale flowers attract bees and beneficial insects
• Excellent edging plant for ornamental herb gardens and borders
• Thrives in warm, sunny garden conditions
• Non-GMO Satureja citriodora seed variety
Specifications
• Common Name: Lemon Savory
• Scientific Name: Satureja citriodora
• Plant Type: Annual herbaceous plant
• USDA Zones: 4–11 (grown as annual)
• Height: 8–16 inches
• Spread: 8–12 inches
• Growth Habit: Small, bushy, compact mounds
• Foliage: Fine-textured green leaves
• Flower Color: Pale white to soft lavender
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Heirloom: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic: Not certified organic
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Preference: Well-drained, average to sandy soil
• Water Needs: Moderate; avoid soggy soil
• Pollinator Value: Supports bees and beneficial insects
• Maintenance Level: Low
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 inches
• Seed Viability: 2–3 years stored cool & dry
Planting Guide
• Start indoors 6–8 weeks before frost or sow outdoors after frost.
• Sow seeds on surface or cover lightly (no more than 1/8 inch).
• Keep soil warm and slightly moist for germination (10–20 days).
• Transplant after frost into full sun and well-drained soil.
• Avoid overwatering; allow soil to dry between waterings.
• Trim lightly once plants are established to encourage a round shape.
