Pruning guide
How to prune creeping savory
Best time
After flowering in late summer to early autumn
How often
Once a year after flowering; tidy dead growth in early spring as needed
Technique
Lightly shear or trim individual stems back by a third to a healthy pair of leaves. Remove dead or winter-damaged sections in early spring.
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Pruning creeping savory — FAQ
When should I prune creeping savory?
After flowering in late summer to early autumn. Lightly shear or trim individual stems back by a third to a healthy pair of leaves. Remove dead or winter-damaged sections in early spring.
How often does creeping savory need pruning?
Once a year after flowering; tidy dead growth in early spring as needed. Creeping savory (Satureja spicigera) is a low, mat-forming herb that benefits from a light trim after flowering to keep it tidy and prevent it spreading too far. Cut straggly stems back by about a third to a leafy node. It is not prone to becoming woody like winter savory, so maintenance is minimal — mainly a post-bloom tidy.
How do you prune creeping savory?
Lightly shear or trim individual stems back by a third to a healthy pair of leaves. Remove dead or winter-damaged sections in early spring.