Oregano
Oregano
Origanum vulgare
Plant family
Mint family (Lamiaceae)
Season Overview
Propagating
Planting
Harvest
Harvest
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1ST YEAR
FOLLOWING YEARS
Details
Light requirement
Sunny
Water requirement
Dry
Soil
Light (sandy)
Nutrient requirement
Low
Light germinator
Seeding distance
15 cm
Row spacing
25 cm
Seeding depth
0 cm
Instructions
The season for this plant is over. The following instructions are for the next season.
Beginning of April
Propagating
Beginning of May
Transplanting
Mid of May
Harden
Description
Oregano is a perennial, hardy spice and medicinal herb from the labiates family. It is used fresh or dried for cooking.
Origin:
Southern Europe
Growing tips
You can sow oregano directly or grow it in plant pots. Since oregano is a light germinator, you should only press the seeds lightly and not cover them with soil. For the cultivation, a wind-protected location is recommended. Oregano can also be propagated by cutting or dividing the plant. From June you can harvest leaves and shoots. Older oregano plants should be cut back in spring to encourage the sprouting of young and fresh shoots. Over the winter, it is worth covering the shrub with mulch to prevent cold damage.
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Diseases
Dry rot of crucifers
Angular leaf spot of cucumber
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Red spot disease
Pests
Aphids
Cicadas
