Mexican Oregano

Lippia Graveolens

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Overview

Mexican Oregano (Lippia graveolens) is a perennial shrub standing 2-5 ft. tall with a spread of 2-4 ft. Known for its aromatic leaves, this sun-loving plant offers delicate white to lavender flowers in summer, attracting pollinators. Hardy in USDA zones 8-11, it requires well-drained soil and moderate water. Use as an ornamental or culinary herb, its robust flavor complements various dishes. Pruning encourages a bushier growth.

Sun FullWater LowZones 10–11

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Mexican Oregano (Lippia graveolens) is a perennial shrub standing 2-5 ft

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Known for its aromatic leaves

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — tall with a spread of 2-4 ft

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — this sun-loving plant offers delicate white to lavender flowers in summer

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Hardy in USDA zones 8-11, it requires well-drained soil and moderate water

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Use as an ornamental or culinary herb, its robust flavor complements various dishes

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Pruning encourages a bushier growth

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Verbenaceae

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Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Mexican Oregano (Lippia graveolens) is a perennial shrub standing 2-5 ft

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Known for its aromatic leaves

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — tall with a spread of 2-4 ft

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — this sun-loving plant offers delicate white to lavender flowers in summer

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Hardy in USDA zones 8-11, it requires well-drained soil and moderate water

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Use as an ornamental or culinary herb, its robust flavor complements various dishes

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Pruning encourages a bushier growth

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Mexican Oregano (Lippia graveolens) is a robust

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — This hardy plant can reach a mature height of 2 to 4 feet and sprawls equally wide

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — making it an ideal choice for filling mid-sized areas or as part of a mixed border

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — With its woody stems and dense

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — bushy appearance.<br><br>Adaptable to USDA zones 8 through 11

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Mexican Oregano forms a rounded

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — it thrives in full sun to partial shade but requires well-drained soil to avoid root rot

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — As a drought-tolerant species

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — making it a perfect fit for water-wise gardens

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — it demands minimal irrigation

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — Tiny white to pale lilac blossoms adorn the plant throughout the warmer months

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.<br><br>For maintenance

Mexican Oregano (Lippia Graveolens) — periodic trimming back in the spring will encourage a lush

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