Can You Grow Savory in Maine?
US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Savory grows well here in full sun and dry, well-drained soil — a tough, low-care herb.
Plant zones
Maine last frost
Maine first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Savories in Maine
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Maine'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.
Gardening in Maine
Maine has a cool humid continental climate. Coastal areas are Zone 5b-6a; inland and northern Maine is Zone 3b-4a. Short summers but excellent for potatoes, blueberries, and cool crops.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Savory in Maine?
Savory grows well here in full sun and dry, well-drained soil — a tough, low-care herb.
What zone is Maine?
Maine spans USDA Zone 5a (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Savories in Maine?
Plant Savories around mid-April (start indoors Mar 3), harvest Jun 14 – Jul 4.