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Can You Grow Savory in New Jersey?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a
Savory grows well here in full sun and dry, well-drained soil — a tough, low-care herb.
Plant zones
New Jersey last frost
New Jersey first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Savories in New Jersey
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on New Jersey'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 New Jersey
New Jersey has a humid subtropical to continental climate. South Jersey is Zone 7a; North Jersey is Zone 6a-6b. Known for its produce farming — tomatoes, blueberries, cranberries.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Savory in New Jersey?
Savory grows well here in full sun and dry, well-drained soil — a tough, low-care herb.
What zone is New Jersey?
New Jersey spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a).
When do you plant Savories in New Jersey?
Plant Savories around mid-March (start indoors Jan 31), harvest May 14 – Jun 3.