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Satureja hortensis
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Summer savouryAnnual, HerbFamily: Lamiaceae
- Height: 45cmSpread: 30cm
- Half hardy
- Attractive to wildlife
Flower colour:
Purple
Foliage colour:
Green
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Position
Sun Exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Soil
Well Drained / Light / Sandy
A hardy annual, summer savoury has slender bronze green leaves and pretty lilac flowers, which are popular with bees. It's perfect for growing in pots, ornamental borders and herb gardens alike.
Leaves are aromatic and peppery and have a flavour similar to thyme. They may also be used to aid digestion, reduce fevers and soothe bee stings.
Summer savoury, Satureja hortensis, makes an excellent companion plant; when grown next to broad beans it can help deter aphids. Summer savoury leaves are also reputed to improve the flavour of broad beans when cooked together.
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Satureja ‘Hortensis’ and wildlife
Satureja ‘Hortensis’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Satureja ‘Hortensis’ poisonous?
Satureja ‘Hortensis’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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