greek oregano
greek-oregano greek oregano Origanum vulgare hirtum
HOW TO GROW GREEK OREGANO
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Cold stratify 35–45˚F for one week to bring the seeds out of dormancy. Keep seed moist while germinating. Divide after three years. Cut back before flowering to encourage new bushy growth. Pick leaves throughout the growing season and use fresh or dried, more flavorful when dried than fresh. Seeds require light to germinate, press into soil, do not cover. Slow germinator, up to a year or more. Soil pH 6.1-7.8. Hardiness zones 4-9. Perennial.
Days from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 300,000 seeds per ounce. Usual seed life 3–5 years.
Planting Depth surface requires light
Soil Temp. Germ. 70-80˚F stratify
Days to Germ. 7-14
Plant Spacing 18-24”
Row Spacing 3-4’
Days To Maturity 80-200
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
Days from maturity calculated from the date of seeding. Average 300,000 seeds per ounce. Usual seed life 3–5 years.
Planting Depth surface requires light
Soil Temp. Germ. 70-80˚F stratify
Days to Germ. 7-14
Plant Spacing 18-24”
Row Spacing 3-4’
Days To Maturity 80-200
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
- 300 Seeds$3.50
- 3000 Seeds$14.50
Greek Oregano has dark green leaves and flowers in shades of lilac to purple. Delicious pungent flavor, sharper than true wild oregano. Found originally in Greece. Ideal for Italian, Spanish and Mexican cuisine. Can self-seed in your garden.
Originated in Greek mountains of Mediterranean. Delicious
Originated in Greek mountains of Mediterranean. Delicious
Greek Oregano has dark green leaves and flowers in shades of lilac to purple. Delicious pungent flavor, sharper than true wild oregano. Found originally in Greece. Ideal for Italian, Spanish and Mexican cuisine. Can self-seed in your garden.
Originated in Greek mountains of Mediterranean. Delicious greek oregano recipes.
Originated in Greek mountains of Mediterranean. Delicious greek oregano recipes.
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