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Can You Grow Savory in Alaska?

US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b

Grows well here

Savory grows well here in full sun and dry, well-drained soil — a tough, low-care herb.

Plant zones

3a–9b

Alaska last frost

mid-April

Alaska first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

60–80 days

When to plant Savories in Alaska

Start indoors

Mar 3

Transplant

Apr 15

Harvest

Jun 14 – Jul 4

Dates are approximate, based on Alaska's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Savory

Savory — summer or winter — is a peppery, thyme-like herb classically paired with beans (hence 'the bean herb'). Easy to grow and a staple of French cooking.

Start indoors 6 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost. Harvest sprigs as needed; flavor is best before flowering. Winter savory is a hardy perennial.

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Gardening in Alaska

Alaska ranges from subarctic to maritime climates. The interior has very short summers but intense sunlight. Coastal areas are milder. Cold-hardy crops and greenhouses are key.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Savory in Alaska?

Savory grows well here in full sun and dry, well-drained soil — a tough, low-care herb.

What zone is Alaska?

Alaska spans USDA Zone 4b (1a, 1b, 2a, 2b).

When do you plant Savories in Alaska?

Plant Savories around mid-April (start indoors Mar 3), harvest Jun 14 – Jul 4.