Oregano 'Santa Cruz'

Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz'

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Overview

The Origanum x hybridum 'Santa Cruz', commonly called Oregano 'Santa Cruz', is a robust perennial herb reaching heights of 18-24 inches. Its aromatic, oval leaves and delicate purple-pink blooms make it a fragrant addition to borders and culinary gardens. Thriving in USDA zones 7-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil. Incorporate for its sensory appeal and easy-care nature, spacing 12-15 inches apart for lush coverage.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 7–9Climate Mediterranean

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — commonly called Oregano 'Santa Cruz'

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — is a robust perennial herb reaching heights of 18-24 inches

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — oval leaves and delicate purple-pink blooms make it a fragrant addition to borders and culinary

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — Thriving in USDA zones 7-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — Incorporate for its sensory appeal and easy-care nature, spacing 12-15 inches apart for lush coverage

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum x hybridum 'Santa Cruz') is a robust

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — evergreen perennial that brings not just culinary delight but also aesthetic appeal to any landscape

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 7–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — commonly called Oregano 'Santa Cruz'

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — is a robust perennial herb reaching heights of 18-24 inches

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — oval leaves and delicate purple-pink blooms make it a fragrant addition to borders and culinary

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — Thriving in USDA zones 7-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — Incorporate for its sensory appeal and easy-care nature, spacing 12-15 inches apart for lush coverage

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum x hybridum 'Santa Cruz') is a robust

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — evergreen perennial that brings not just culinary delight but also aesthetic appeal to any landscape

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — This ornamental variety of oregano forms a low-growing

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — the plant is adorned with profuse

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — green leaves that exude a strong

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — aromatic scent when bruised or crushed

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — tubular pink-purple flowers that rise slightly above the foliage on delicate stems

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies to your garden.<br><br>Adaptable to a range of

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — 'Santa Cruz' thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — making it versatile for different areas of your landscape

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — making it suitable for a variety of climates

Oregano 'Santa Cruz' (Origanum X Hybridum 'Santa Cruz') — it can provide fresh flavoring; as a ground cover

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