Everwilde Farms - 2000 Summer Savory Herb Seeds - Gold Vault Jumbo Bulk Seed Packet

The peppery flavored leaves of Summer Savory are used either fresh or dried to flavor meat, bean, and egg dishes, as well as salads. An added benefit to the Summer Savory plant is that it repels insects. This herb is an annual variety that grows best in well-drained soil. Summer savory, a delicately spicy herb native to the Mediterranean region, was widely used by Greek and Roman cultures in their traditional cuisine; it is still used often in modern Italian dishes. Records suggest that savory was introduced to England during Caesar's reign, where it became extremely popular both for culinary and medicinal use, and acquired the name "savory" because of its excellent flavor. Because of its noted compatability with beans, German cooks call this "the bean herb." Savory nicely complements the flavor of other herbs and is often used in herb combinations such as Herbes de Provence, a French seasoning. This herb also has extensive medical benefits, relieving ailments such as asthma, the common cold, or a persistent cough. Gardeners have always known that a sprig of savory used as a poultice provides a soothing remedy for stings, insect bites, and skin irritations. Its antiseptic and antibacterial properties treat a wide variety of ills, giving it a reputation for being the "healing herb."