When to plant summer savory in Alaska
Alaska spans USDA zones 2a–6a, so the right time to plant summer savory shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about May 10 in Juneau city and to May 29 in Badger — below are local dates for 7 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 5a | May 16 | September 20 | May 23 – June 6 |
| Fairbanks | 2a | May 16 | September 6 | May 23 – June 6 |
| Juneau city and | 6a | May 3 | October 14 | May 10 – May 24 |
| Knik-Fairview | 5a | May 18 | September 20 | May 25 – June 8 |
| Badger | 2a | May 22 | September 2 | May 29 – June 12 |
| College | 2b | May 18 | September 6 | May 25 – June 8 |
| North Lakes | 5a | May 16 | September 23 | May 23 – June 6 |
Summer Savory in Alaska: FAQ
When can I plant summer savory in Alaska?
Across Alaska, the time to direct-sow summer savory spans roughly May 10 in Juneau city and to May 29 in Badger, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the summer savory planting date vary across Alaska?
Yes. Alaska publishes 7 cities with their own frost dates, so the right summer savory planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does summer savory take to grow in Alaska?
Summer Savory takes about 55–70 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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