Perennial. Winter savory captures the best qualities of many herbs in one. Spicy and peppery with a hint of thyme and mint. This rich, complex seasoning is especially delicious in creamy soups, bean dishes, tomato sauces, infused vinegars, herb butter, or as a warming and soothing tea. In the garden, it attracts bees and other beneficial insects. An attractive ornamental in rock gardens and borders, it is a low maintenance herb that grows well in poor soils. Excellent container variety. Perennial in USDA zones 4 to 8.