Origanum vulgare (Common oregano)

Cultivation

Prefers gritty, alkaline, sandy loam but will easily tolerate any well-drained soil. Best in full sun but benefits from light afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Tolerates drought. Does not tolerate high humidity.

Suggested uses

Containers/Patio, Beds and borders, Mediterranean, Cottage/Informal, Wildflower, Wildlife, Flavouring food and drinks, Bees (attract & feed bees), Meadow

UK hardiness

H6

USDA zones

Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8

Sunset zone

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 1, 2, 3

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Moderate/Medium
Central Valley = Moderate/Medium
South Coastal = Low
South Inland = Low
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Deciduous

Habit

Upright, Bushy, Spreading

Native to

Europe

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

No

Fragrance

Foliage is aromatic.

Toxicity

Not toxic