Origanum 'Dingle Fairy' - P9

Description
The Oregano 'Variegatum' (Origanum vulgare) is a herbaceous plant with an aromatic, spicy flavour. Its medium green leaves are roundish and wavy. A sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil are required for optimum growth of Oregano 'Variegatum'.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Origanum officinalis.

Bulletpoints
* aromatic, spicy flavour * beautiful foliage * the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * suitable for growing in pots * deer resistant

Leaves
Suitable for consumption. High leaf ornamental value. The medium green, wavy leaves are rounded and have an aromatic, spicy flavour.

Growth
Bushy, dense, cushion-forming.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Seed
Sowing outdoors from March to June.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Sowing outdoors: In the period from March to June - Harvest: May.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the aroma of herbs! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Use
Tubs, bee pasture, cooking, meat dishes, medicinal plant, with fish, medit. Kitchen