| 9270 Compact Oregano Origanum vulgare 'Compacta' Oregano, Compact Where garden space is at a premium you might want to consider growing Compact oregano. The plants don't get as large as Greek or Italian oregano and they produce quantities of dark green, fragrant foliage. It also makes a great landscape plant. |
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| 9263 Greek Oregano Origanum hirtum Oregano, Greek A fast growing variety, Greek oregano will quickly fill your garden with its dark green, fragrant leaves. Like other oreganos, it likes well drained soil and water during dry spells. Use to season fish, meats, salads, sauces, and stews. Can be planted outdoors in the Autumn. Has medicinal properties as well. |
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| 9717 Herrenhausen Oregano Origanum cv Oregano, Heerenhausen The compact, purplish-green foliage of Heerenhausen oregano is as tasty as it is good looking. In fact, this unusual variety works well in both the herb garden or the flower border. It grows 12 to 15 inches tall and the leaves can be harvested at any time. It is not as strongly flavored as Greek or Italian oregano. It's principal use is as an ornamental. Especially attractive from August until Thanksgiving. Can be planted outdoors in the Autumn. |
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| 9264 Hopley's Purple Oregano Origanum cv Oregano, Hopley's Purple Pungent, reddish-purple leaves make Hopley's Purple oregano a must-have herb for the herb garden or perennial border. You can use the leaves either fresh or dried, or just enjoy them for their intense color. It's a compact variety that won't get as tall as the more common Italian oregano. It's principal use is as an ornamental. Especially attractive from August until Thanksgiving. Can be planted outdoors in the Autumn. |
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| 9266 Italian Oregano Origanum cv Oregano, Italian A staple in Italian cooking, this oregano belongs in every kitchen garden. Its round, soft, green leaves can be used either fresh or dried. The plants are vigorous, and once established, will slowly carpet an area with foliage. In midsummer they produce greenish red flower stalks that are particularly attractive to bees and other pollinators. |
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| 9275 Mexican Oregano (Lippia) lippia graveolens Oregano, Mexican (Lippia graveolens) This is probably the better known of the "Mexican Oreganos" in this country. Actually a relative of Lemon Verbena, this grows as a small shrub, reaching 3-5 feet in one season in Zone 5. Much of the oregano used commercially in the U.S. is actually this one. North of zone 8 it should be grown as a tender perennial |
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| 9277 Santa Cruz Oregano Origanum cv Oregano, Santa Cruz A dark green oregano with a fine flavor, Santa Cruz is an especially good choice for pots, planters, and even window boxes. Be sure to locate it in a sunny spot and water whenever the soil dries out. Harvest the leaves either fresh or dried. Can be planted outdoors in the Autumn. |
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