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When to Plant Summer Savory in Point Clear, Alabama (36564)

Location

Point Clear, Alabama

ZIP Code

36564

USDA Zone

9a

Last Frost

Friday, February 20, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, February 6, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Summer Savory directly outdoors 2 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Satureja hortensis
Days to Maturity 60 days
Mature Height 12-18"
Spread 12"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Low to Moderate

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.125" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 10-14 days

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Growing Summer Savory in Zone 9a

Summer Savory (Satureja hortensis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Point Clear, Alabama, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 6, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, February 20, 2026. Summer Savory grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.