Italian Oregano
Origanum vulgare
SKU
40017
Oregano is the key flavor in Italian food. The soft, fragrant green leaves are the secret little green flecks in the pasta sauce that gives it its mouth watering fragrance and taste. A lovely perennial for borders or patio containers. Tiny, rose pink flowers appear in the summer. Herbaceous.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
| Botanical Pronunciation | or-RI-ga-num vul-GAIR-ee |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | 12 - 36" tall x 18 - 24" wide |
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Mounding, Spreading |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Edible, Gift Plant |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry. |
| Key Feature | Herb Garden Plant |
Easily grown in average, well drained soil. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep extensive root system. Shear old foliage in fall or before new growth emerges in spring.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6 - 10
Your climate may be too cold for this plant