Oregano Greek
Origanum vulgare hirtum
Description
One of the most hardworking and useful perennial filler plants that we grow each summer. Glowing green stems are topped with fragrant, airy white blossoms that leave behind fluffy green seed heads that are an amazing addition to any arrangement. Greek oregano is a must-grow for market bouquets. Fragrant, edible plants are also well loved by pollinators. If seed is sown early enough, this perennial will flower the first year from seed.
Details
Plant type: perennial
Height: 18 to 30 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 120 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: not necessary
Height: 18 to 30 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 120 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: not necessary
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Start seed indoors in trays 8 to 10 weeks before last frost. Transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Seed requires light to germinate, so do not cover. Bottom-water until seedlings emerge.
Harvesting/Vase Life
Harvest at any stage, whether in flower or when seed heads have formed. Expect a vase life of 7 to 10 days.
Details
Description
One of the most hardworking and useful perennial filler plants that we grow each summer. Glowing green stems are topped with fragrant, airy white blossoms that leave behind fluffy green seed heads that are an amazing addition to any arrangement. Greek oregano is a must-grow for market bouquets. Fragrant, edible plants are also well loved by pollinators. If seed is sown early enough, this perennial will flower the first year from seed.
Details
Plant type: perennial
Height: 18 to 30 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 120 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: not necessary
Height: 18 to 30 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 120 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: not necessary
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Start seed indoors in trays 8 to 10 weeks before last frost. Transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Seed requires light to germinate, so do not cover. Bottom-water until seedlings emerge.
Harvesting/Vase Life
Harvest at any stage, whether in flower or when seed heads have formed. Expect a vase life of 7 to 10 days.
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How to Grow
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How to Grow
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