Family: Lamiaceae
Scientific Name: Origanum vulgare variegata
Common Name: Variegated Oregano, Variegated Wild Greek Oregano
Description | A variegated form of Oregano. |
Pronunciation | (oh-RIG-a-num)(vul-GA-re) |
Plant Type | All Plants, Perennials Hardy |
Sunlight | best in full, tolerates some shade |
Moisture | average, drought tolerant once established |
Soil & Site | average, well drained, never soggy |
Temperature | hardy to minus 30 F |
Flowers | white to pale pink, heremaphraditic flowers |
Dimensions | 6-12 inches tall |
Maintenance | will self seed |
Propagation | seeds may no come true to type, cuttings, spring division |
Native Site | Species native to the Mediterranean region and central Asia. |
Misc Facts | Oregano is a common herb in cooking. The word Oregano is derived from Greek meaning joy on the mountain. |
Notes & Reference | #40-Herbaceous Ornamental Plants (Steven Stills), #97-Mints (Barbara Perry Lawton) |
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