Plant of the Week

Name: Winter Savory
Latin Name: Satureja montana
Origin: Southern Europe

Winter savory is a semi-evergreen herb that has been very common in cooking in the past, although it is currently somewhat overshadowed by other herbs. It is hardy to zone 4-5, and is really pretty low maintenance. It can get woody as it grows, but the early spring stems and the new growth are nice and tender and flavorful. It doesn't need much water, and herbs in general don't need a lot of fertilizer.

Winter savory is usually used with other herbs like thyme, basil, and oregano. It is supposed to go well with beans, chicken, and other meat.