Buy Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen'

Also Known As

Herrenhausen Ornamental Oregano

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

7a-10b

3 inch pot | $13

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Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen' plant details

Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with blue and green foliage. In summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, fragrant, ornamental, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Though less-scented than other oreganos, this perennial from the mountains of Asia Minor makes up for it in the eye-catching-department with 10-20" stalks of showy purple flowers in late summer; the bees and butterflies enjoy it too. S/M

By: Forestfarm

VERY SHOWY ornamental oregano, 18-24" mounds of silvered green, aromatic leaves topped by clouds of cerise pink in summer – nice cut flower! Excellent specimen for the rock garden, border or container. Full sun, lean well drained soil. Attracts bees and butterflies.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Deep reddish-purple bracts continue the show long after cerise pink flowers have faded. Bees absolutely love it - more than almost anything else in the garden - and deer and drought aren't a problem. 2 feet tall and happily spreading. Minimum temperature: -20°F