Oregano Herb

If you want a hardy perennial that brings bold, classic flavor to your cooking, oregano is a kitchen essential you can grow yourself. Plant it in sunny, well-drained soil and enjoy a reliable harvest year after year. Planting guide: Planting Depth: 1/16″” (2 mm) Seed Spacing: 1″” (2.5 cm) Days to Germination: 10–20 Days to Maturity: 90 This popular and attractive shrub-like woody perennial has pungent, dark green leaves and clusters of flowers in late summer. Uses: Oregano leaves have a powerful, peppery flavor used in Italian pizza sauce and tomato dishes, stews, lamb, steaks, Mexican chili powders, and bouquet garnish. Habitat: Sunny, well-drained dryish nutrient rich, alkaline soil.