Herb, Sweet Marjoram

Sweet Marjoram  Origanum majorana  A pleasing and aromatic fragrance, sweeter and more refined than Oregano. Flowers are edible. Well suited for growing in containers as well as the garden. Transplant (recommended): Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds on the surface of the soil, gently pressing them in, as light is necessary for germination. Keep moist. Transplant into individual containers when seedlings are large enough to handle. Pinch out the growing tip of the plants to promote branching and higher yields. After the last frost, transplant out at 6-8" spacing in rows 18" apart.Direct seed: Sow seeds after the last frost. Scatter the seeds, 2-3 seeds per inch, in a narrow band on top of the prepared soil and tamp gently into place, as seeds require light to germinate. Keep moist. Thin to stand 6-8" apart. Germination Time – 7-14 Days Days to Maturity – 80 Days Planting Depth - 1/8” Plant Spacing - 4-8” Maximum Height – 18-24" Spread – 20" Bloom Color – P