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Can You Grow Savory in South Dakota?

US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

South Dakota last frost

mid-April

South Dakota first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

60–80 days

When to plant Savories in South Dakota

Start indoors

Mar 3

Transplant

Apr 15

Harvest

Jun 14 – Jul 4

Dates are approximate, based on South Dakota'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 South Dakota

South Dakota has a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Eastern South Dakota is Zone 4b-5a; western South Dakota is colder. Short growing seasons.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Savory in South Dakota?

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

What zone is South Dakota?

South Dakota spans USDA Zone 4b (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).

When do you plant Savories in South Dakota?

Plant Savories around mid-April (start indoors Mar 3), harvest Jun 14 – Jul 4.