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DESCRIPTION: This variety is noted for its lovely, mild flavour and aroma; does well in sandy loam, good heat and drought tolerance; a perfect addition to the herb garden, and is also great for containers.
BOTANICAL NAME: Origanum x majoricum
OTHER NAMES: Hardy Marjoram
GROUP/CLASS:
AVERAGE MATURE HEIGHT: 60 cm
AVERAGE MATURE SPREAD: 50-60 cm
SUN EXPOSURE: Full sun
FLOWER COLOUR: White
FLOWERING TIME: Summer
FOLIAGE COLOUR: Olive green
COLD HARDINESS: Annual
WATER NEEDS: Average
OTHER FEATURES: Edible
Edible Qualities
Italian Oregano is a perennial herb that is typically grown for its edible qualities, although it does have ornamental merits as well. The fragrant oval grayish green leaves are usually harvested from late spring to mid summer. The leaves have a pungent taste and a distinctive fragrance.
The leaves are most often used in the following ways:
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