Organic Oregano

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) –

• Family: Lamiaceae (Mint family) – Previously classified under Alliaceae
• Native Range: Asia and Southern Europe, particularly thriving in Mediterranean climates
• Hardiness: Frost-tolerant perennial in USDA zones 5 and warmer. In colder zones, it can be grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in containers
• Sun Requirements: Thrives in full sun (at least 6 hours daily) for the best flavor and essential oil production
• Growth Habit: Grows as a compact, spreading perennial, reaching about 18 inches tall and gradually expanding over time
• Foliage: Produces small (½"–¾") oval, dark green leaves with a slightly fuzzy texture. Stalks become woody with age, providing structure and resilience
• Drought & Frost Tolerant: Highly drought-resistant once established, requiring minimal watering. Can withstand light frosts, making it a hardy and low-maintenance addition to the garden
• Great for Containers: Compact growth makes oregano an excellent choice for pots, raised beds, or patio herb gardens. Easily moved indoors in colder climates for year-round harvesting

When to Sow Outdoors: 

• Direct sow 2 to 4 weeks after your last frost date, once temperatures are consistently warm and settled

When to Start Indoors: (Recommended for best results):

•  Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost date to give plants a strong head start. 
• Maintain an optimal soil temperature of 70°–78°F for better germination rates
• Use a light, well-draining seed-starting mix, and cover seeds very lightly to allow some light exposure for germination
• Transplant outdoors once seedlings are well established and nighttime temperatures stay above 50°F

Days to Emerge: Typically 7–14 days

Moisture Needs: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy until seedlings are well established

Light Requirements: Provide seedlings with plenty of light, either from a sunny window or grow lights to prevent legginess

Seed Depth: Sow seeds ⅛ inch deep, as they are tiny and require light to germinate

Seed Spacing:

• Outdoors: Sprinkle a small pinch of seeds every 12 inches
• Indoors: Plant a small pinch of seeds per seed cell or small pot
• Once seedlings reach 2–3 inches tall, thin to one strong plant every 12 inches

Row Spacing: Maintain 24 inches between rows for proper air circulation and ease of harvesting

Days to Maturity: Ready for harvest in about 80 days. Plants become more productive over time, with flavor intensifying as the plant matures

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