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Origanum vulgare 'Thumbles Variety'

Also Known As

  • Origanum 'Thumbles Variety'
  • Ornamental Oregano

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, herb

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Origanum vulgare 'Thumbles Variety' plant details

Origanum vulgare 'Thumbles Variety' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover herb with green foliage. In fall white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Origanum vulgare 'Thumbles Variety'

Plant type: perennial groundcover herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall
Uses: container plant, fragrant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Origanum vulgare 'Thumbles Variety'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The showy golden-chartreuse foliage of this 12-18" tall Oregano is beautiful and also makes for a wonderfully aromatic culinary herb. This perennial is excellent for massing, groundcover, herb garden or container. In early fall it is topped by beautiful white butterfly attracting blossoms. S/M/GDr

Gardening facts about Origanum vulgare 'Thumbles Variety' plant

How to Grow Origanum vulgare 'Thumbles Variety'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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