Satureja hortensis aka Savory

Summer savory, also known as Satureja hortensis, is an annual herb with slender, bronze-green leaves and lilac tubular flowers that bloom from July to September in the northern hemisphere. It is similar in use and flavor to winter savory, but is preferred for its sweeter, more delicate aroma. Summer savory is widely used in cooking, especially in Bulgarian and Romanian cuisine, and is a characteristic ingredient in herbes de Provence. It is a popular flavoring in Atlantic Canada and is used in dressings, stews, meat pies, and sausages. The plant grows to about 30 to 60 cm (1 to 2 ft) in height and is raised from seed grown in a rich, light soil. The early spring seedlings are often topped for fresh use in June and the plants can be pulled up and dried for winter use when they are in flower. Summer savory can also be used to make tea and can be added to dressings, herb vinegars, and oils. It is an excellent groundcover and can be grown in containers and rock gardens. However, it is a super rare houseplant that requires regular watering and long-lasting direct light, and should be less than 1 foot from a window.