Oregano Seeds | Common Italian
Oregano is a much loved hardy perennial herb. It’s simple to grow indoors and would be a good plant for city-dwellers to start with. If you have a windowsill or patio with 6 hours of full sun, it takes well to pot culture. Oregano is well-known in Italian cuisine and adds a rich, robust spice to any food. Days to Maturity: PerennialHardiness Zone: 5-9Planting Depth: 1/4"Plant Spacing: 12”-15”Growth Habit: Upright/spreadSoil Preference: Well-drained, somewhat sandyTemp Preference: WarmLight Preference: Full sunColor: Dark yellow-green with light pink, purple or white flowersFlavor: Bold pepper, slight mint Sowing and Growing Sow seeds in early April, ¼-inch deep. Germination takes about 2 weeks. Transplant in a full sun location giving the plant room to spread. Space out to ensure good air circulation in areas with high humidity. This herb is also easy to grow from cuttings. If you’re using a pot for its home, make sure it's at least 12 inches wide. Give consistent water for best growth