A bushy perennial plant up to 50cm (20") tall with oval, pointed leaves attractive to butterflies and bees. Use for flavouring meat, pizzas and omelettes.

Growing Information

Growing instructions given on packet.

Sowing Information

Sow thinly direct into finely raked, moist, warm soil at a depth of about 6mm (1?4"). Germination 14-21 days. Thin seedlings or transplant to 30cm (12") between plants. Grows best in well cultivated soil in a sunny position. The flavour of the leaf is stronger when grown in full sun. The purple flowers of oregano attract butterflies to the garden.