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Origanum dictamnus

Family Labiatae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   8a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H4 - H5   Australia:   2 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Origanum dictamnus (dittany of crete) bears faded purple blossoms during mid-summer to late summer. The foliage is light grey in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Origanum dictamnus attracts butterflies to your garden. Origanum dictamnus tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.