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Oregano - Greek
SKU:
OR11001A
CA$3.90
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Approximately 8000 seeds per gram.
Lot# OR11001
Origanum vulgare hirtum
A member of the mint family, oregano is commonly used in Italian dishes and is a component of chili powder. This low-growing plant also makes an attractive ground cover. The oregano most often used in cooking goes by the common name Greek Oregano, Winter Sweet Marjoram, and Italian Oregano. It's a hardy plant that establishes quickly. It is simply the best of the many varieties of oregano for cooking. This herb dries well, and retains its strong flavor and aroma if stored correctly. It also flourishes in containers. Oregano can reach a height of 45 cm (18”), but usually grows between 8-12 inches, especially if you are harvesting regularly. Plants will spread about 18 inches and will send out runners.
Lot# OR11001
Origanum vulgare hirtum
A member of the mint family, oregano is commonly used in Italian dishes and is a component of chili powder. This low-growing plant also makes an attractive ground cover. The oregano most often used in cooking goes by the common name Greek Oregano, Winter Sweet Marjoram, and Italian Oregano. It's a hardy plant that establishes quickly. It is simply the best of the many varieties of oregano for cooking. This herb dries well, and retains its strong flavor and aroma if stored correctly. It also flourishes in containers. Oregano can reach a height of 45 cm (18”), but usually grows between 8-12 inches, especially if you are harvesting regularly. Plants will spread about 18 inches and will send out runners.
Planting Instructions:
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Additional Information
Open pollinated-untreated Seeds. Oregano leaves can be harvested at any time of the year as long as the plants are established. Oregano is one of the few herbs that become more pungent when dried. For drying, cut bunches of oregano just before flowering and then hang in a dry, well ventilated location. Harvest oregano in the morning when the essential oils of the plant are at their peak. When flowers appear, oregano is ready to be harvested, unless continuous picking of leaves during growth prevents flowering. About six weeks after planting, trim oregano shoots to within one inch of the center which will stimulate lush, bushy growth. |