The information on this page applies to seedlings sold by LEAF Nursery during our 2021 Seedling Sale.
Origanum vulgare. Greek oregano is the superior, true culinary type of oregano prized by Italian and Greek chefs. This perennial herb is highly aromatic and flavorful, superbly complementing fresh tomatoes or tomato sauces, omelets, marinated vegetables, meat, fish, and poultry. A good container variety, drought and heat tolerant, and attracts pollinators.[1]
Seed Type
| Organic | Heirloom | Non-GMO | Hybrid | Open-pollinated | Untreated |
Additional Information
| Container Friendly | Trellis Needed | Easy to Grow | Pollinator Friendly |
Planting Season
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Growing Conditions
| Light | Temperature | Soil | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Sun | USDA Hardiness zones 5-10 | Well draining, slightly acidic soil pH between 6.0-8.0 | Drought tolerant |
Planting Tips
| Plant Spacing | Plant Size | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|
| 12" | 18"–24" tall, 12"–18" wide |
- Additional instructions: Oregano is a great companion plant for many vegetables because it can help deter pests. Great with cucumber, melon, pumpkin, pepper, squash, broccoli, tomato, cabbage, cauliflower, eggplant, and basil. Avoid growing oregano near garlic or onions if you have a problem with thrips.[2]
- Harvesting instructions: Cut stems when needed after the plant is at least 6" tall, leaving 4–6 pairs of leaves on the plant. Some oregano aficionados claim the best flavor comes just before the plant flowers. Pruning the stems also encourages fullness and fresh, new growth on the plant.[1]
Common Diseases and Pests
- Pests: Aphids, thrips, cutworms, spider mites
- Disease: Botrytis rot
Useful Resources
- https://www.botanicalinterests.com/product/TRUE-Greek-Oregano-Seeds (seed source)
- https://morningchores.com/growing-oregano/
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