Sweet Marjoram
Oregano · Sweet Marjoram (O. majorana)
Heirloom
Origanum majorana
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Lamiaceae (Mint family) · Genus: Origanum
Characteristics
Color
Green
Flavor
Citrus / LemonSweet
Growth Habit
Upright
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Dry Out Between Waterings
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Origin
Mediterranean
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Germination
7–14 days
at 60–75 °F
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Days to Maturity
60–70 days
Plant Height
1–2 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 Before Last Frost
Planting Depth
1/16–1/8 in
Seed Spacing
1–2 in
Row Spacing
12–18 in
Thin To
8–12 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
65–75 °F
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Soil Temp
60–75 °F
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Air Temp
32 °F
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