Satureja gilliesii

Also Known As

Clinopodium chilense
Oreganillo

Plant type

shrub, herb

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8a-10b

Satureja gilliesii plant details

Satureja gilliesii is a broadleaf evergreen herb or shrub with green foliage. In summer lavender and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Satureja gilliesii

Plant type: herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Satureja gilliesii

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This delighful small shrub to 3 ft or so with quarter inch narrow green leaves smelling ... much mintier than mint, has been our favorite Yerba Santa to date. From our collection at about about 5000 ft in central Chile's Cañon Infernillo, it has been a very drought tolerant, hardy shrub, which remains evergreen and produces white to pale lilac flowers in summer. The lightest brush brings forth its heady aroma. Proved hardy at least to 10F, the bottom of USDA zone 8 and possibly lower.