Greek Oregano Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Start Greek Oregano 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 Hirtum seeds and thin the seedlings to 12-15" apart. As a companion plant, Greek oregano repels the harmful cabbage butterfly. This herb also grows well as a container plant.
Growing: Greek 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 Greek Oregano 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 Hirtum seeds by rubbing or shaking the heads, and remove as much chaff as possible. Store Greek Oregano Seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Origanum vulgare hirtum
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 450,000
Planting Method: From Transplant
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 20 Inches
Color: Green
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic
Great seeds!
They came up two days after I sowed them!
Great
Thanks
The Best!
If you plan or already have an herb garden, any serious cook will confirm that Greek oregano is the only one to grow. Flavor is the best, neat growing habit and adaptable to in-ground gardens as well as in pots.
Greek oregano
The jury is still out on these. Planted a week ago, no sign of anything yet. I have not done well with oregano seeds in the past, but I ALWAYS have good results with seeds from Everwilde, so I have high hopes.
Pleased with my purchase
Herb and flower seeds arrived safely packed. Shipping was fast.
The information on the back of each seed pack, and the germination instructions sheet was very helpful.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Start Greek Oregano 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 Hirtum seeds and thin the seedlings to 12-15" apart. As a companion plant, Greek oregano repels the harmful cabbage butterfly. This herb also grows well as a container plant.
Growing: Greek 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 Greek Oregano 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 Hirtum seeds by rubbing or shaking the heads, and remove as much chaff as possible. Store Greek Oregano Seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Origanum vulgare hirtum
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 450,000
Planting Method: From Transplant
Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 20 Inches
Color: Green
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic
Reviews
Review
Great seeds!
They came up two days after I sowed them!
Review
Great
Thanks
Review
The Best!
If you plan or already have an herb garden, any serious cook will confirm that Greek oregano is the only one to grow. Flavor is the best, neat growing habit and adaptable to in-ground gardens as well as in pots.
Review
Greek oregano
The jury is still out on these. Planted a week ago, no sign of anything yet. I have not done well with oregano seeds in the past, but I ALWAYS have good results with seeds from Everwilde, so I have high hopes.
Review
Pleased with my purchase
Herb and flower seeds arrived safely packed. Shipping was fast.
The information on the back of each seed pack, and the germination instructions sheet was very helpful.