Oregano - Greek - Origanum heracleoticum

Perennial Heirloom. Spicier than the traditional Italian variety, the smaller leaves can be used fresh or dried. A favorite in Mediterranean cuisine.

Did You Know? The small hairs found on the plant's leaves helps prevent water loss.

Soil and Water: Oregano prefers light, well-drained, moderately fertile soil with a neutral pH. Water regularly, but moderately.

Planting and Growing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before frost or sow seed directly after last frost, when soils have reached at least 60°F. Pinch during early growth to establish a bushier habit.

Harvesting & Storage: Harvest leaves as desired. Leaves retain flavor well when dried; dry away from sun to preserve color and flavor. Store in an airtight container.

Soil Temperature: 60-70°F
Planting Depth: 1/16"
Germination: 7-14 Days
Height At Maturity: 12-18"
Days to Maturity: 100 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 6-8"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 250 Seeds

Features

Container Compatible
Does Not Require Support
Edible Flower
Good for Drying
Heirloom
Open-Pollinated
Requires Summer Water
Somewhat Drought Tolerant

Characteristics

USDA Growing Zone: Certified Organic Product

Approximate Harvest Time : Early Fall

Approximate Harvest Time : Late Summer

Growth Habit : Low Growing

Life Cycle : Perennial

Plant Usage : Culinary Herb

Planting Time : Spring

Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack

Soil pH : 6.1 - 6.5

Soil pH : 6.6 - 7.0

Soil pH : 7.1 - 7.5

Soil pH : 7.6 - 8.0

Soil pH : 8.1 - 8.5

Starting Location : Direct Sow

Starting Location : Start Indoors & Transplant

Sun Requirements : Full Sun

Useful Plant Part : Leaves

Planting & Care

Soil and Water: Oregano prefers light, well-drained, moderately fertile soil with a neutral pH. Water regularly, but moderately.

Planting and Growing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before frost or sow seed directly after last frost, when soils have reached at least 60°F. Pinch during early growth to establish a bushier habit.

Harvesting & Storage: Harvest leaves as desired. Leaves retain flavor well when dried; dry away from sun to preserve color and flavor. Store in an airtight container.

Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).

Organic Oregano, Greek