Greek Oregano
Origanum vulgare
or-ih-GAH-num vul-GAIR-ee
Edibles: Herb
Zone
5: -20° to -10°
Oregano pungency is in direct proportion to the amount of sun it receives. It grows with woody stems and dark green leaves. For the best flavor, add oregano in the last few minutes of cooking.
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Green
Fall Foliage
Green
Flower Color
White
Blooming Time
Mid Summer - Late Summer
Habit
Mounding
Height
12–18 in
Spread
12–18 in
Form
Spike
Characteristics
Type
Open-Pollinated
Safety
Edible Parts
Growth Rate
Moderate
Tolerance/Resistance
Greek Oregano
Attracts
Attracts Honeybees & Pollinators; Attracts Beneficial Insects
Uses/Placement
Culinary
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun - Part Sun
Soil Texture
Sandy
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Soil Moisture
Dry
Soil PH
Neutral: 6.5-7.0
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly alkaline soil
PH Correction
High pH can reduce nutrient uptake
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Light Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Rooting & Blooming
Fertilizer Timing
Early Spring
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial
Care
Care Level
Low
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Benefits from Pollinators
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Spring or Fall Division
Fruit and Pollination
Days to Harvest
85 Days
Fruit Size
Small
Fruit Characteristics
Strong Oregano