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Greek Oregano
HerbOriganum vulgare hirtum
- Full sun
- Zones 5–9
- 80 days to maturity
- Herbs
- 12" spacing
- Low water
- Perennial
- pH 6–8
Overview
Strong oregano aroma and flavor - great for pizza and Italian cooking. Characteristic dark green leaves with white flowers. Attracts Beneficial Insects: provides pollen and nectar for beneficial insects such as bees, hoverflies, lacewing larva, parasitic wasps, and tachinid flies. Edible Flowers: The flowers have an oregano flavor and can be used in the same manner as the herb. They are especially good in pasta salads, green salads, and as a fresh pizza topping.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost or direct sow in late spring. Can also propagate from cuttings or division.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: low. Soil pH: 6–8. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Spider mites, aphids (rarely problematic). Common diseases: Root rot in waterlogged soils, generally very healthy.