Oregano
Oregano · Common / Wild
Open Pollinated
Origanum vulgare
★ 2.01 review · 2 sources
Lamiaceae (Mint family) · Genus: Origanum
Characteristics
Color
Green
Flavor
MildRich / Complex
Growth Habit
Upright
Intended Use
Drying / SpiceFresh / SaladLeaf HarvestStuffing
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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Germination
7–21 days
at 60–78 °F
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Days to Maturity
80–90 days
Plant Height
1 1/6–1 5/6 ft
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
0–1/4 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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Reviews (1)
Marcus from SeedrateZone 6a
★★☆☆☆August 26, 2026
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