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Can You Grow Savory in Rhode Island?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b
Savory grows well here in full sun and dry, well-drained soil — a tough, low-care herb.
Plant zones
Rhode Island last frost
Rhode Island first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Savories in Rhode Island
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Rhode Island'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 Rhode Island
Rhode Island has a humid continental climate moderated by the ocean. A small state with a single primary zone of 6b in most areas. Four seasons with a productive growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Savory in Rhode Island?
Savory grows well here in full sun and dry, well-drained soil — a tough, low-care herb.
What zone is Rhode Island?
Rhode Island spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b).
When do you plant Savories in Rhode Island?
Plant Savories around mid-March (start indoors Jan 31), harvest May 14 – Jun 3.