Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height 18 - 24 Inches
Mature Spread 12 - 15 Inches
Growing Zones 5 - 8

Greek Oregano, Oreganum hirtum, is a vigorously growing herb essential for adding the taste of the Mediterranean to your cooking. Not only is this plant tasty, but it is an excellent groundcover and attracts beneficial pollinators late in the summer when left to flower. The spicy, small leaves are harvestable throughout the spring and summer and even into the cold months in USDA growing zones 5-9.

Greek Oregano Care

Oregano thrives in full sun and quick-draining soils. This Mediterranean perennial tolerates the winds and salt spray of coastal hillsides and grows in almost any soil texture except for heavy clay. Mulch plants with 2-3 inches of organic compost after planting. The compost fertilizes the soil as it breaks down over the growing season and keeps the root zone moist and cool. Cut back the stems regularly to provide herbs for cooking and keep Oregano from flowering.

Growing Greek Oregano

Oregano is remarkably free of pests and diseases. Deer will not browse on the plants, and rabbits stay far away. Oregano can be grown indoors in a south-facing window that receives bright light all day. Greek Oregano makes for a very aromatic dried herb. Dehydrating Oregano stems in a warm oven or on an electric dehydrator until crispy and paper-like is the best way to preserve the flavor of this summery herb.

Plant oregano in containers with large drainage holes and use a potting mix that is free draining with perlite added. Start the plants in a small container at least 6 inches in diameter, moving up a size each time the plant is repotted. Keep the soil watered, never letting more than the top 1-2 inches of soil dry between waterings. Oregano makes a fragrant filler or thriller if left to flower in mixed container plantings for the deck or patio.

Watering Greek Oregano

Oregano is very drought tolerant and develops the spiciest flavor when not overwatered. Let the top 3-4 inches of soil dry between waterings for Oregano planted in the ground. Water it every 7-10 days with 1 inch of water. Overwatering will not only reduce the flavor of Oregano, but it could also cause root rot and the eventual death of the plant.

Feeding Greek Oregano

Greek Oregano does not require large amounts of fertilizers and is easily fed and mulched at the same time with organic compost. Spread 2-3 inches of compost over the root zone early in the spring for plants growing in the garden. Container-grown Oregano will benefit from application of a diluted liquid feed, such as fish emulsion or liquid kelp, once a month.

Greek Oregano Plant Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 8

Plant Type: Edible Plants

Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height: 18 - 24 Inches

Mature Spread: 12 - 15 Inches

Spacing: 12 - 15 Inches

Habit: Mounded

Flower Color(s): None

Flower Description:

Bloom Period:

Foliage Type: Herbaceous

Foliage Color(s): Green

Foliage Description:

Seasonal Interest: N/A

Watering: Average

Resists: N/A

Tolerates: N/A

Attracts: Butterflies

Container Role:

Uses: Borders, Containers

Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Fragrant

Brand: Sarahs Superb Herbs

Common Name: Greek Oregano Plant

Other Name(s): Greek Oregano

Scientific Name: Origanum v.s. Hirtum - Greek Oregano

SKU:: 1231001307-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

Greek Oregano Plant

Greek Oregano Care