Herrenhausen Purple Oregano

Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen'

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Overview

Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen', or Herrenhausen Purple Oregano, is a perennial herb boasting aromatic foliage and striking purple-pink blooms. This drought-tolerant plant reaches up to 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide, flourishing in full sun to light shade. Blooming from mid-summer to fall, it attracts pollinators while its leaves add culinary flavor. Hardy in USDA zones 7-11, it's perfect for borders or herb gardens with well-drained soil.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 5–9

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — is a perennial herb boasting aromatic foliage and striking purple-pink blooms

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — This drought-tolerant plant reaches up to 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — flourishing in full sun to light shade

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — commonly known as Herrenhausen Purple Oregano

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — Hardy in USDA zones 7-11, it's perfect for borders or herb gardens with well-drained soil

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — Blooming from mid-summer to fall, it attracts pollinators while its leaves add culinary

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae

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Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — is a perennial herb boasting aromatic foliage and striking purple-pink blooms

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — This drought-tolerant plant reaches up to 18 inches tall and 24 inches wide

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — flourishing in full sun to light shade

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — commonly known as Herrenhausen Purple Oregano

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — Hardy in USDA zones 7-11, it's perfect for borders or herb gardens with well-drained soil

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — Blooming from mid-summer to fall, it attracts pollinators while its leaves add culinary

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