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Oregano · Syrian / Za'atar
Open Pollinated
Origanum syriacum
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Lamiaceae (Mint family) · Genus: Origanum
Characteristics
Color
Gray
Flavor
MildSpicy / Pungent
Growth Habit
Prostrate / Creeping
Intended Use
Ornamental
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Perennial zone 5+
Annual below
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun, Tolerates Partial Sun
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Moisture
Dry Out Between Waterings
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Origin
Israel
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Germination
7–21 days
at 60–78 °F
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Days to Maturity
30 days
Plant Height
9 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
6-8 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
Planting Depth
0–1/8 in
Seed Spacing
12–18 in
Row Spacing
18–24 in
Thin To
8–18 in
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Container Friendly
Yes
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Optimal Soil Temp
65–70 °F
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Soil Temp
60–78 °F
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Air Temp
-20 °F
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