Origanum laevigatum and cvs. (Marjoram, Oregano)

Origanum laevigatum and cvs. Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen' Photo/Illustration: Jennifer Benner


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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Origanum laevigatum and cvs. oh-RIG-an-um lay-vih-GAY-tum Common Name: Marjoram, Oregano Genus: Origanum
This plant is a creeping perennial that reaches 24 inches tall. Dark green leaves have a rich purple tint, and its purplish pink flower clusters appear from late spring through autumn. ‘Herrenhausen’ (Zones 5–8) displays masses of showy pink flowers with maroon bracts on purplish stems. ‘Hopleys’ (Zones 7–10) is taller (up to 36 inches) with large, long-blooming, deep pink flowers, and is a vigorous grower, more tolerant of heat than ‘Herrenhausen’.
Noteworthy characteristics: Found growing in rocky terrain in Turkey and Cypress. Excellent in stone walls. Attracts bees and insects. Not good as a culinary herb.
Care: Needs good drainage. Grow in poor to moderately fertile soil.
Propagation: Divide in spring or take basal cuttings in late spring.
Problems: Root and stem rots. Aphids and spider mites.
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Light Full Sun Only
Moisture Dry to Medium
Characteristics Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Fall; Late Spring; Spring; Summer
Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage
Flower Color Pink Flower; Purple/ Lavender Flower
Uses , Beds and Borders
Style , Rock Garden
Seasonal Interest , Summer Interest
Type ,Perennials

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