Origanum vulgare - P9

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

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Origanum officinalis.

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

leaves
Suitable for consumption. The medium green, wavy, ciliated leaves are ovate, lanceolate and have an aromatic, spicy flavour.

Growth
Bushy, dense.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Sowing
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 herb flavour! 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
Tub, Bee pasture, Cooking, Meat dishes, Medicinal plant, With fish, Medit. Kitchen