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Oregano

Origanum Vulgare

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Overview

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a resilient perennial herb, prized for its aromatic leaves used in culinary applications. It features delicate purple flowers and reaches up to 30 inches tall, with a spread of 18 inches. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, oregano is drought tolerant once established and attracts pollinators. Its versatility makes it an excellent addition to herb gardens, rockeries, or as a fragrant ground cover. Zones 4-10.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 4–8Type Herb, PerennialClimate Mediterranean

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — herb / perennial with pink blooms; oregano is a versatile plant that requires full sun exposure for optimal growth, image 59

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 4–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Herb, Perennial
Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a resilient perennial herb

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — herb / perennial with pink blooms; oregano is a versatile plant that requires full sun exposure for optimal growth, image 79

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — oregano leaves are a staple in Mediterranean cuisine

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — incorporating oregano provides both an aesthetic and functional element; its texture contrasts beautifully against, image 134

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — herb / perennial for full or half; and sensory appeal make it an excellent choice for both novice gardeners and, image 120

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a resilient perennial herb; thriving in full sun and well-drained soil

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — It features delicate purple flowers and reaches up to 30 inches tall, with a spread of 18 inches; pink flowers in the, image 103

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — Its texture contrasts beautifully against broader-leaved plants; prized for its aromatic leaves used in culinary, image 115

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — oregano is drought tolerant once established and attracts pollinators; oregano leaves are a staple in Mediterranean, image 65

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — and sensory appeal make it an excellent choice for both novice gardeners and seasoned landscapers; and its tendency to, image 117

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a resilient perennial herb; thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, image 101

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — incorporating oregano provides both an aesthetic and functional element; its texture contrasts beautifully against, image 54

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 4 through 8; herb / perennial for full or half, image 129

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — oregano is drought tolerant once established and attracts pollinators; oregano leaves are a staple in Mediterranean, image 125

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — Its texture contrasts beautifully against broader-leaved plants; prized for its aromatic leaves used in culinary applications

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — and breads.<br><br>For the landscape designer; is a perennial herb cherished for its aromatic leaves and delicate purple flowers

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — oregano is a versatile plant that requires full sun exposure for optimal growth; scientifically named Origanum vulgare

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — prized for its aromatic leaves used in culinary applications

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — Its texture contrasts beautifully against broader-leaved plants; prized for its aromatic leaves used in culinary, image 55

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — scientifically named Origanum vulgare; its versatility makes it an excellent addition to herb gardens, rockeries, or, image 67

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — For the best flavor, gather leaves just before the plant flowers, typically in late spring to early summer, image 131

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — and sensory appeal make it an excellent choice for both novice gardeners and seasoned landscapers; and its tendency to, image 97

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — herb / perennial with pink blooms; oregano is a versatile plant that requires full sun exposure for optimal growth, image 99

Oregano (Origanum Vulgare) — Its versatility makes it an excellent addition to herb gardens, rockeries, or as a fragrant ground cover; herb /, image 46

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