About
A bushy, aromatic, woody-based perennial with upright stems of pointed, linear green leaves with hairy edges. Produces spikes of pale violet blue flowers in summer.
About the genus
Satureja can be annuals, perennials or subshrubs with aromatic, linear to obovate leaves and spike-like clusters of tubular 2-lipped flowers in summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHNeutral, Alkaline
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Rock garden
FragranceFoliage
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile well-drained, preferably alkaline soil, in full sun. Protect from excessive winter wet.
PruningCut back old shoots in early spring
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free