| | | Family | Labiatae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in) | | Spread | 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | Origanum vulgare (oregano) bears showy blooms during mid summer to mid autumn. This herbaceous perennial has foliage that is aromatic. | | Typical Uses | Annual and culinary. | | Cautions | Where conditions are favourable, Origanum vulgare (oregano) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. | | |