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Origanum acutidens
Also Known As
- Ornamental Oregano
Plant type
perennial, herb
size
- H: 12"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 6a-10b
Origanum acutidens plant details
Origanum acutidens is a low-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In summer chartreuse and white flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Origanum acutidens
- Plant type: perennial herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Flowers: chartreuse and white blooms in summer
- Uses: cutting garden, dried-arrangements, easy-to-grow, fragrant, spreading
GROWING CONDITIONS for Origanum acutidens
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Resistant to: deer and snail / slug, heat
- Soil needs: well-drained
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How to Grow Origanum acutidens
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- chartreuse
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
Fruit
- green
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 18"-28"
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Perennial
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 10"
Width: 12"
- sun
- drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-24"
- sun
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly shade
- low - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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