• PATIO POTS - Oregano has an abundance of dark green, gorgeously aromatic and very slightly hairy leaves that in summer to form a gentle undulation but lie lower throughout winter. The summer also sees clusters of tiny, tubular mauve flowers which transform it into a plant worthy of any border or to grow in decorative pots on a terrace.

• AMAZING FLAVOUR - The flavour of the leaves in this country is less pungent than when it grows wild in the Mediterranean from where it originated. Our summers are just not hot enough to achieve that but nonetheless it adds heft and depth to any Mediterranean cooking.

• EASY TO CARE FOR - An accommodating plant, it requires the minimum of watering once established and if you grow it in pots, just give it a liquid feed of fertiliser after flowering. Also, trim it at the same time to stop the plant becoming leggy.

• WHAT YOU GET - This listing is for one plant that is ready to plant straight in a 9cm or 14cm pot.

Plant genus Origanum

Common Name Oregano

Plant type Herbs

Foliage type Evergreen, Perennial

Hardiness Hardy

Soil acidity Any

Planting aspect South Facing, East Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun

Flower colour Purple

Leaf colour Green

Growth Rate Moderate

Edible Use Yes

Planting Companion Peppers, Tomatoes, Basil

Light Required Full Sun

Watering Water regularly while the plant is establishing, then allow the upper soil to dry slightly between waterings. Established Mediterranean herbs prefer free-draining conditions and generally need less water than leafy crops. Container-grown plants will still need checking frequently during warm, dry weather.

Best Growing Conditions Grow in sun or partial shade in fertile loam. A warm, open position with good airflow encourages compact, aromatic growth and helps the soil dry between waterings. Avoid heavy, persistently wet ground, especially through winter.

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