Greek oregano
description
Greek Oregano (Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum) – Featured by Catherine’s Ornamental Vegetable Garden
Greek oregano is a hardy perennial plant valued as much for its aromatic power as for its medicinal virtues . More pungent and intense than common oregano , it is the signature ingredient of Mediterranean cuisine , bringing a robust flavor to pizzas, tomato sauces, grills and marinades .
With its honey-producing white flowers , it is also a real magnet for bees and pollinators , promoting biodiversity in the garden. Cold-resistant up to zone 3 , it grows easily in pots, borders or rockeries , and tolerates dry and poor soils well once established.
Characteristics of the variety
Type : Hardy perennial
Plant habit : Compact and bushy
Height : 40 cm
Flowering : Summer, honey-producing white flowers
Foliage : Dark green, aromatic
Flavor : More intense and pungent than common oregano
Use : Mediterranean cuisine, infusions, medicinal
Attraction : Attracts bees and pollinators
Quantity per sachet : ±300 seeds
Hardiness : Zone 3
Special feature : Drought resistant once well established
Cultivation method
?? Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
?? Sowing :
• Indoors mid-April , transplant after all risk of frost
?? Sowing depth : Sow on the surface (seeds need light to germinate)
?? Germination temperature : 20°C
? Germination time : 7 to 15 days
?? Spacing : 20 cm between plants
?? Watering : Light, tolerates drought well once established
?? Maintenance : Prune after flowering to encourage dense regrowth
With optimal conditions, Greek oregano guarantees a generous and fragrant harvest , perfect for lovers of Mediterranean cuisine and honey gardens .
Use and special features
?? An essential part of Mediterranean cuisine
Its powerful and spicy taste enhances pizzas, sauces and grills .
?? An asset for biodiversity
Its honey-producing flowers attract bees and pollinators , contributing to a healthy garden .
?? Drought tolerant and easy to grow
Once well established, it grows without any particular maintenance and tolerates poor soils .
