Origanum vulgare

(Italian Oregano)


$4.99


Hardiness Zones:

 5a  5b  6a  6b  7a  7b  8a  8b  9a  9b

Quick Overview:

Origanum is a family of herbs (and a member of the mint family) that includes a large variety of cultivars, most of which can be used for cooking, and many of which are highly ornamental. Italian Oregano is a lovely, if less showy, version which is native to the Mediterranean. This low-growing plant also makes an attractive ground cover.

Description

Italian Oregano is easy to grow in well-drained soil, forming an attractive, clumping mound of trailing branches with rounded, aromatic light-green leaves about 1in long. In early summer, it’s topped with spikes of tiny white flowers. To encourage the bushy growth habit, pinch it back before flowering begins.

Additional information

Common Name

Italian Oregano

Botanical Name

Origanum vulagaris

Container/Amount

1 Quart

Evergreen or Deciduous

Evergreen

Hardiness Zone

5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b

Growth Rate

Average

Light Requirements

Part-shade, Part-sun, Sun

Height

12-24"

Width

12-24"

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Water Needs

Average

Blooming Period

Summer

Flower Color

white

Fragrance

Yes

Foliage Color

green

Deer Resistant

Yes

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