Herb, Greek Oregano

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Origanum heracleoticum
Packet 250 seeds

  • Perennial plant in zones 4-9
  • Plants grow to 7 to 30 inches tall
  • Savory, pungent light green leaves

(Origanum heracleoticum) This species, commonly known as Greek oregano, is thought to have a cleaner and sharper taste than true oregano. An essential garden herb with a pungent flavor, this perennial bears light green, pointed, oval leaves that are slightly wavy at the edges. Perennial in zones 4-9.

Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath surface of soil. Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Oregano is a perennial warm-season herb, hardy to frost and light freezes. Prefers very well-drained soil.