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Oregano

Greek

HerbsDirect SowTransplant
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Sun
full sun
💧
Water
Every 7 days
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Germination
14 days
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Days to harvest
80 days
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Planting depth
0.125 inches deep
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Row spacing
18 inches

When to Plant

Plant in spring (perennial)

Growing Guide

Soil: well-drained, lean

Perennial in zones 5+. Most aromatic right before flowering. Rich soil reduces flavour — intentionally poor soil increases essential oil content. Excellent bee plant.

Care

💧 Water every 7 days

📐 Spacing: 12 inches apart · 18 inches between rows

Recommended sub-rows: 2

Harvest & Storage

Ready in 80 days with a harvest window of 120 days.

Companion Planting

Grows well with:
tomatopepperbrassica
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