Greek Oregano

Greek Oregano

Latin name: Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum

Greek oregano is an aromatic and flavorful perennial with small, dark green leaves and white flowers. It has a stronger and more intense flavor than regular oregano, making it perfect for Mediterranean dishes, pizza, barbecues and sauces. The plant is drought-tolerant and easy to grow, and its flowers attract bees and butterflies.

Cultivation information:

• Packaging: 0.1 g seeds
• Sowing time: March–May (pre-cultivation) or May–July (direct sowing)
• Harvest time: June–October
• Sowing depth: Surface sowing, press lightly against the soil but do not cover
• Plant distance: 20–30 cm
• Row spacing: 30 cm
• Height: 30–50 cm
• Location: Sunny and warm
• Soil type: Well-drained, calcareous and slightly sandy soil
• Watering: Moderate, tolerates drought well

Uses: Perfect for pizza, pasta, barbecue and herb spice blends.

Greek oregano is an easy-to-grow and hardy herb that provides a long harvest period. For best flavor, harvest the leaves just before flowering and dry them for long-term storage.