Oregano (Origanum vulgare)

Description

Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
Sun:
Full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily)
Water:
Low to moderate; allow soil to dry out between watering
Soil:
Well-draining, light soil; prefers slightly sandy or loamy soil
Height:
30–60 cm
Width:
30–45 cm
Growth:
Fast-growing, low-spreading perennial herb
Features:
• Aromatic leaves with strong flavour
• Small pink, purple, or white flowers in summer
• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies
Uses:
• Culinary herb (ideal for Mediterranean dishes)
• Groundcover in herb or rock gardens
• Container planting
Care:
• Prune regularly to encourage bushy growth
• Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
• Replace plants every few years for best flavour
Frost:
Light frost tolerant; may die back in cold winters but regrows in spring
Indigenous:
No (native to Europe, Mediterranean region)
Edible:
Yes – leaves are widely used fresh or dried in cooking