A spreading Mediterranean perennial. The more sun and the leaner the soil, the stronger the flavor.
When to plant oregano where you live
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Full sun
Zones 4–10
10–12 in apart.
Light, well-draining soil; pH 6.0–8.0. Rich soil makes it bland.
Let it dry between waterings; drought-tolerant once rooted.
Apr – May
Jun – Sep
Start from a transplant, cutting, or division. Harvest sprigs through summer; the flavor is strongest just before it flowers. Cut it back hard after blooming and divide every few years to renew it.
Good with Tomato, Pepper, Basil, Cabbage. Keep apart from .
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