Oregano
Common name
Oregano
Botanical name
Origanum vulgare
Variety
na
Zone
USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light
Sun
Height
18-24" (46-61 cm)
Habit
Upright
Feed
Regularly
Water
Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color
Green
Bloom Time
Summer
Maintenance
Keep weed-free
About
Hot, spicy aroma and flavor make this the classic pizza herb. Adds zest to Italian, Greek and Mexican cuisine and complements tomato dishes, beef or lamb stew, soups, salads or casseroles. Use fresh, dried or fresh frozen. Harvest before flowering.