Marjoram Germination Information
How to Sow Marjoram: - Best sown indoors at a temperature of 68-70°
- NO cover is needed as light aids in germination
- Seeds can also be sown outdoors in situ with barely any cover
- Sow outdoors as soon as the soil can be worked in the spring, but after all danger of frost is past
- Indoors and out, expect germination in 10-15 days
- When sowing seed outdoors, we recommend a maximum planting depth of 4X the width of the seed
How to Grow Marjoram: Transplanting: If sown indoors, transplant outdoors when there are at least two sets of true leaves
Spacing: Plant seedlings 18 inches apart
Lighting: Site in full sun
Soil: Site in a neutral to alkaline (pH 6-8), light, well-drained soil
Additional Care: If division is necessary, do so in the fall. Pinch new growth to keep plants compact and to promote multiple branching. In cold climates it is grown outdoors as an annual, but it can be brought indoors to overwinter in a cool greenhouse or cold frame
Appearance and Use:
A close relative of Oregano, plants could be mistaken for such in appearance and flavor. Plants grow 12-24 inches tall and spread 12-24 inches wide. White or pink flowers appear in mid-summer to mid-autumn. Round, downy, gray-green leaves are attached to wiry, red-brown stems. The edible leaves are reminiscent of Oregano, but are slightly sweeter and more delicate in flavor. Pick leaves at any time for fresh use. Harvest just before flowering when they are to be dried and stored. Take only 1/3 of the growth as plants resent drastic pruning
About Marjoram: Botanical name: Origanum majorana
Pronunciation: o-rig’å-num ma-jo-ra’nå
Lifecycle: Perennial
Origination: Lamiaceae; native to the Mediterranean
