Winter savory ((S. montana)):
A hardy dwarf perennial and thus often preferred over summer savory, despite having less flavour than its annual counterpart. It grows to 15-22" (45-55cm) high, has a spread of approximately 12-18" and is an evergreen.

Creeping Winter savory ((S. spicigera)):
A smaller variety growing to 3-8" tall but with a greater spread. It has dark green leaves and is covered in tiny white flowers in summer It is a good rockery plant.

Summer savory ((S. hortensis)):
Small bushy annual which grows up to 22" (55cm) high. It bears small, pale-lilac to pink to white flowers in late summer. It is sparser and has slightly larger leaves than winter savory. It has a woody stem and has a spread of approxmately 6-12"

Cultivation

Site:	Prefers full sun and well drained alkaline soil.
Propagation:	Sow in autumn/spring. Divide spring/autumn. Cuttings in summer.
General Care:	Thin/transplant to 18" (45cm) apart. Prune in late spring. Can grow indoors. Winter savory - thin/transplant to 9" (23cm) apart, or sow in late spring leaving 8" between. Protect when cold and prune to prevent woody growth.
Harvest:	Pick leaves just before or just as the flower buds form. Collect flowering tops in late summer.

Preserve: Dry/infuse leaves to make vinegar/oil.

Relationships: Aids onion and green beans.