Oregano

Oregano thrives in full sun and lean, sharply drained soil near pH 6.0-8.0. A little compost is usually enough fertility; keeping the crown dry and trimming soft growth prevents a sparse, woody plant.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Water deeply during establishment; adjust to rainfall and soil

Spacing

12 in

First harvest

1 years

Tips

• Set young plants 12-18 inches apart with the crown level with the soil.
• Water regularly while roots establish, then let the surface soil dry between soakings.
• Skip routine fertilizer in reasonably fertile beds to avoid weak, overly lush growth.
• Trim after flowering without cutting into bare woody stems, and remove any crown-rotted plants.
• Harvest only small sprigs in the first season once plants are growing vigorously.

Plant nursery stock, crowns or divisions at locally recommended times; hardiness and establishment vary.