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Can You Grow Savory in Georgia?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

Georgia last frost

mid-February

Georgia first frost

early December

Days to harvest

60–80 days

When to plant Savories in Georgia

Start indoors

Jan 4

Transplant

Feb 15

Harvest

Apr 16 – May 6

Dates are approximate, based on Georgia'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 Georgia

Georgia has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. A long growing season supports two full vegetable crops per year in most of the state.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Savory in Georgia?

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

What zone is Georgia?

Georgia spans USDA Zone 8a (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Savories in Georgia?

Plant Savories around mid-February (start indoors Jan 4), harvest Apr 16 – May 6.