Greek Oregano Seeds – Aromatic Culinary Herb, 2000 Seeds
Greek oregano is a beloved culinary herb known for its robust, peppery flavor and intense aroma. With its small, fuzzy gray-green leaves and compact growth habit, it is a staple in Mediterranean cooking and a beautiful addition to herb gardens, containers, and borders. This variety is prized for its ability to thrive in sunny, well-drained locations and its attractiveness to pollinators when allowed to flower.
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner, Greek oregano is easy to grow from seed and provides a bountiful harvest of flavorful leaves throughout the season. Use it fresh or dried to enhance tomato sauces, grilled meats, salads, and more.
Plant Features
- Aromatic, gray-green leaves with a strong, spicy oregano flavor
- Compact, bushy growth habit suitable for containers or garden beds
- Attracts beneficial pollinators when in bloom
- Perennial in mild climates; often grown as an annual elsewhere
- Excellent for fresh or dried culinary use
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum
- Plant Type: Perennial herb (often grown as annual)
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Water Requirements: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-10
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Mature Height: 12-24 inches
- Germination Requirements: Light for germination; keep soil moist
- Spacing: 12-18 inches apart
Planting & Care
Sow Greek oregano seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; do not cover deeply as they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Germination typically occurs in 7-14 days at 70°F (21°C).
Once seedlings have several true leaves, transplant them to a sunny location with well-drained soil. Space plants 12-18 inches apart. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency as plants become drought-tolerant. Trim plants to encourage bushy growth and harvest leaves as needed. In colder zones, grow oregano in containers and bring indoors for winter.
What's Included
2000 Greek Oregano seeds.