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    Origanum calcaratum

    Also Known As

    • Origanum calcarticum
    • Oregano
    • Ornamental Oregano

    Plant type

    shrub, perennial, herb

    size

    • H: 10"
    • W: 10"

    planting zones

    • 8a-10b

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    Origanum calcaratum plant details

    Origanum calcaratum is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial herb or shrub with blue and green foliage. In summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Origanum calcaratum

    Plant type: perennial herb or shrub
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
    Mature size: 10 IN wide, 10 IN tall
    Flowers: pink and purple blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Origanum calcaratum

    USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A sub shrubby species from the Aegean Islands, flowers a bit like Dictamnus with the pink corollas extending well out from the bracts. ZONE 6

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Origanum calcaratum plant

    How to Grow Origanum calcaratum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - low

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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