90 days. Origanum vulgare. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Greek Oregano. The plant produces excellent yields of very flavorful dark green Oregano leaves with white flowers. It is a popular oregano variety prized for its culinary use, as it has a more aromatic, spicy, and robust flavor than common oregano, making it ideal for Greek, Italian, and Mediterranean dishes. It is one of the best-tasting Oregano varieties around. The flowers are edible and can be used in the same manner as the herb. The flowers are especially tasty in pasta salads, green salads, and pizza toppings. Attracts beneficial insects. Suitable for containers, indoor pots, and herb gardens. It can also be used for medicinal purposes, as the fresh leaves are chewed to relieve toothaches, indigestion, or a lingering cough. Plants should be divided every 3 years. These quality herb seeds are great for planting outdoors in your herb garden and suitable for indoor planting. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 384485. A variety from Greece.
Seeds Per Pound: 4,000,000
Plant Height: 2 ft tall
Sunlight: Full Sun
Planting Instructions
Planting Instructions: Sprinkle seeds on soil, press lightly into soil; do not bury deeply, and water gently.
Soil Facts: Requires well-drained, well-prepared soil.
Fertilizer: Use a general-purpose fertilizer when preparing the soil.
Germination: 14-21 days (sometimes longer) at 75 F. Requires 80 to 100 days for full maturity.