How much sun does Satureja douglasii need?

Satureja douglasii grows best in shade conditions.

When does Satureja douglasii bloom?

Satureja douglasii blooms in April, May, June, and July.

Where is Satureja douglasii native?

Satureja douglasii is native to CA, ID, MT, OR and 1 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What pollinators does Satureja douglasii attract?

Satureja douglasii draws small native bees.

Satureja douglasii

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Last reviewed: October 2026

Satureja douglasii is a perennial forb native to CA, ID, MT, OR and 1 more states. It blooms in April, May, June, and July. The flowers draw small native bees.

Toxicity unknown

Satureja douglasii is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

shade

Water

medium

Size

2"–6" H × 24"–48" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun, Jul

Native to

CA, ID, MT, OR and 1 more states

Pollinators

small native bees

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A low, trailing, aromatic perennial groundcover with small, rounded, mint-scented leaves on creeping stems that root as they spread, bearing tiny white to pale lavender flowers. Grows in the shade of coniferous and mixed forest.

Growing Satureja douglasii

Grow Satureja douglasii in shade and medium water. Mature plants reach 2 to 6 inches tall and spread 24 to 48 inches wide.

Wildlife value

The small flowers offer nectar to small native bees, and the aromatic, mint-family foliage discourages browsing by deer.

Common questions

How much sun does Satureja douglasii need?: Satureja douglasii grows best in shade conditions.
When does Satureja douglasii bloom?: Satureja douglasii blooms in April, May, June, and July.
Where is Satureja douglasii native?: Satureja douglasii is native to CA, ID, MT, OR and 1 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What pollinators does Satureja douglasii attract?: Satureja douglasii draws small native bees.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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