Winter Savory (Satureja montana) a low growing (12″ H) hardy perennial herb to Zone 5. It enjoys full sun and MUST have well drained soil. The tiny but abundant leaves are used to flavor soups and stews as well as vegetables such as potatoes and cabbage. Use it dried or fresh. Cooks describe the taste as a cross between sage & thyme.
Summer Savory (Satureja hortensis) is treated as an annual plant as it is not hardy in Colorado. Overall size is around 18″ and it prefers full sun to part shade and well drained soil. Use fresh or dried leaves anytime to flavor meats and vegetables. Some people prefer to harvest when the plant is in bud or even flower as the flavor is more intense.