Often confused with the more pungent, white-flowered True Greek variety, common oregano, also called wild oregano or wild marjoram, has a milder flavor, and is the traditional variety for medicinal use. Leaves can be used as a fresh or dried herb. The pretty pink to lavender flowers appear from midsummer to fall.

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Common Oregano Seeds

Organic, Heirloom

#6110
This packet sows up to 88 feet.
 
 

Often confused with the more pungent, white-flowered True Greek variety, common oregano, also called wild oregano or wild marjoram, has a milder flavor, and is the traditional variety for medicinal use. Leaves can be used as a fresh or dried herb. The pretty pink to lavender flowers appear from midsummer to fall.

Botanical Name: Origanum vulgare

Family: Alliaceae

Native: Asia, Southern Europe

Hardiness: Frost-tolerant perennial in USDA zones 5 and warmer

Plant Dimensions: 18" tall, spreading

Variety Information: ½"–¾" oval, dark green, lightly fuzzy leaves. Pink to lavender flowers bloom from midsummer to fall. Stalks become woody with age.

Exposure: Full sun

Attributes: Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Good for Containers

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