The Wild Spice of Ancient Greece!
Greek Oregano
Sturdy, bushy plants are a neat 1 1/2 feet high and wide.
Wild Greek Oregano is much stronger than its more common cousin, for an explosion of flavor!
Greek oregano is the true "wild oregano" found originally in Greece. With a stronger, more aromatic flavor and scent than regular oregano, it is one of the most important herbs of Italian, Greek and Mexican cooking. The flavor stands up to bold flavors like tomatoes, onion, garlic and beef.
Greek oregano is a bushy perennial with bright deep purple-brown stems and 1 1/2 inch broadly ovate leaves that often have a red flush. Branched clusters of purple-pink flowers appear all summer. Grows to 18 inches tall and wide.
Sow seeds in well-drained to dry, neutral to alkaline soil in full sun. Clip leaves throughout the growing season and use fresh or dried. Zones 5-10. Pkt is 100 seeds.
| Genus | Origanum |
| Species | vulgare hirtum |
| Bloom Season | Mid Summer |
| Zone | 5 - 10 |
| Plant Height | 18 in |
| Item Form | Seeds |
| Additional Characteristics | Edible, Flower, Fragrance, Herbs, Indoor Growing |
| Bloom Color | Purple, White |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Moisture Requirements | Dry, Moist, well-drained |
| Soil Tolerance | Normal, loamy, Poor |
| Uses | Cuisine, Ornamental, Outdoor |
