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Can You Grow Savory in New Jersey?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

New Jersey last frost

mid-March

New Jersey first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

60–80 days

When to plant Savories in New Jersey

Start indoors

Jan 31

Transplant

Mar 15

Harvest

May 14 – Jun 3

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.

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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.

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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.