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Origanum vulgare Oregano is probably best known for its use in Italian dishes, pizza and tomato sauces. It is noted for its hot, pepper-like flavor.
Classification: Perennial
Height: 18-30 inches
Sow: Late Winter or Early Spring after danger of frost, surface sow. Seeds require light to germinate.
Germination Time: 7 to 14 days Prefers full light. Oregano readily self-seeds. Cutting back old growth in the late winter will cause fast, new growth in the spring. Flowers: Purple, although some varieties do not flower. Thrives in well-drained, sandy soil. Hardy in Zones 5 to 9.
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