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Italian Oregano Seeds

Origanum vulgare

5.00 (4 reviews)
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Start Italian Oregano Herb seeds indoors about 2 months before the last spring frost, sowing them just below the surface of the soil and keeping the temperature at 65-70 degrees F. Provide at least six hours of sunlight, and keep the soil moist when the seedlings appear. Transplant them as soon as they grow big enough to handle or after the last chance of frost, spacing them 12-15" apart. Oregano thrives in fairly dry soil and full sun. To direct sow, plant Origanum Vulgare seeds and thin the seedlings to 12-15" apart. As a companion plant, Oregano repels the harmful cabbage butterfly. This herb also grows well as a container plant.

Growing: Oregano actually has the most flavorful taste if left alone, with minimal watering and no fertilization. For the best tasting leaves, keep the tops pruned to prevent flowering and to keep the leaves tender.

Harvesting: Fresh leaves can be harvested as soon as the plant reaches a height of 6". The best time for harvesting leaves is in the morning after the dew has dried. Harvest entire stalks by cutting them at least 1" above the ground to allow for new growth. Fresh leaves will keep in the refrigerator for about five days, but can also be frozen or dried. Because heat tends to destroy the flavor of oregano, it should be added to hot food immediately before serving. Unlike most herbs, dried oregano leaves tend to have a much stronger flavor than fresh ones.

Seed Saving: Harvest Italian Oregano Herb seed heads individually as soon as they begin to turn brown and dry, and spread them out to finish drying in a protected location out of direct sunlight. Thresh out Origanum Vulgare seeds by rubbing or shaking the heads, and remove as much chaff as possible. Store Italian Oregano Herb seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Wild Majoram

Latin Name: Origanum vulgare

Species Origin: Mediterranean, Eurasia

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 450,000

Planting Method: From Transplant

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: Green

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

Uses: Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic

Italian Oregano Seeds 5.0
Review By Cynthia Flores

Huntington Beach Public Library Seed Library

The seeds arrived in a very timely manner. We are looking forward to adding this selection to our seed library.

Italian Oregano Seeds 5.0
Review By myron ducato

review of everwilde-farms rearch and purchase experiance, = 04-2021

these folks are the best in the business. From tier web/site, to the fantasticly knolegeble customer/service lady at the farm, the product and even the packegeing, outstanding. ! My siblings and i will be on the phone thisfall. PS, we used to be mostly orchard farmers up in the santa/clara valley in the (40,s-50,s-and 60,s, and appeciate good help,service, and advise. thanks again myron ducato

Italian Oregano Seeds 5.0
Review By nicholas multari

italian oregano

good germination

Italian Oregano Seeds 5.0
Review By Tracee D

Quick Germination

Started indoors, they germinated within 4 days. Love Everwilde seeds, resealable package, info on package, competitive pricing.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~2,000 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $7.96 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~450,000 Seeds) $16.57 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $51.20 -+
1 Lb Bulk Bag (454g) $192.00 -+
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $864.00 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $1,536.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

Vulgare Oregano is the very popular "pizza herb" that is widely used in Italian, Greek and Mexican cooking. The leaves can be used fresh or dried and will add warm spicy flavor to your favorite recipes. This herb has bright blue-green leaves that should be harvested before the flowers appear.
Oregano grows wild on the sunny hillsides of the Mediterranean, and is often featured in the cuisine of that region. The Latin word for this herb comes from the Greek phrase, "joy of the mountains". According to ancient mythology, the Greek goddess of love gave oregano to man to bring him joy; tradition continues to associate oregano with joy and banishment of sorrow, bringing about the practice of crowning a bride with a wreath of oregano. For centuries, this plant has been used both for culinary and medicinal purposes; the fresh leaves were chewed for the relief of toothache, indigestion, or a lingering cough, and even the flowers were turned into a soft purple dye. In spite of its popularity in Europe, Americans did not fully discover oregano until after World War II, when returning soldiers and immigrants brought with them an enthusiasm for its flavor. Recent scientific research has found that the oil of oregano has significant antibacterial, antioxidant, and antiviral effects, whether used externally or internally.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Start Italian Oregano Herb seeds indoors about 2 months before the last spring frost, sowing them just below the surface of the soil and keeping the temperature at 65-70 degrees F. Provide at least six hours of sunlight, and keep the soil moist when the seedlings appear. Transplant them as soon as they grow big enough to handle or after the last chance of frost, spacing them 12-15" apart. Oregano thrives in fairly dry soil and full sun. To direct sow, plant Origanum Vulgare seeds and thin the seedlings to 12-15" apart. As a companion plant, Oregano repels the harmful cabbage butterfly. This herb also grows well as a container plant.

Growing: Oregano actually has the most flavorful taste if left alone, with minimal watering and no fertilization. For the best tasting leaves, keep the tops pruned to prevent flowering and to keep the leaves tender.

Harvesting: Fresh leaves can be harvested as soon as the plant reaches a height of 6". The best time for harvesting leaves is in the morning after the dew has dried. Harvest entire stalks by cutting them at least 1" above the ground to allow for new growth. Fresh leaves will keep in the refrigerator for about five days, but can also be frozen or dried. Because heat tends to destroy the flavor of oregano, it should be added to hot food immediately before serving. Unlike most herbs, dried oregano leaves tend to have a much stronger flavor than fresh ones.

Seed Saving: Harvest Italian Oregano Herb seed heads individually as soon as they begin to turn brown and dry, and spread them out to finish drying in a protected location out of direct sunlight. Thresh out Origanum Vulgare seeds by rubbing or shaking the heads, and remove as much chaff as possible. Store Italian Oregano Herb seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Wild Majoram

Latin Name: Origanum vulgare

Species Origin: Mediterranean, Eurasia

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 450,000

Planting Method: From Transplant

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: Green

Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

Uses: Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 4 reviews
5.0

Review By Cynthia Flores

Huntington Beach Public Library Seed Library

The seeds arrived in a very timely manner. We are looking forward to adding this selection to our seed library.

5.0

Review By myron ducato

review of everwilde-farms rearch and purchase experiance, = 04-2021

these folks are the best in the business. From tier web/site, to the fantasticly knolegeble customer/service lady at the farm, the product and even the packegeing, outstanding. ! My siblings and i will be on the phone thisfall. PS, we used to be mostly orchard farmers up in the santa/clara valley in the (40,s-50,s-and 60,s, and appeciate good help,service, and advise. thanks again myron ducato

5.0

Review By nicholas multari

italian oregano

good germination

5.0

Review By Tracee D

Quick Germination

Started indoors, they germinated within 4 days. Love Everwilde seeds, resealable package, info on package, competitive pricing.