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    Origanum 'Pilgrim'

    Also Known As

    • Origanum laevigatum 'Pilgrim'
    • Pilgrim Flowering Oregano

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 24"
    • W: 3'

    planting zones

    • 5a-8b

    Origanum 'Pilgrim' plant details

    Origanum 'Pilgrim' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Origanum 'Pilgrim'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 FT wide, 24 IN tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in summer
    Uses: spreading

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Origanum 'Pilgrim'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Long panicles (clusters) of tiny pink flowers, each surrounded by purple bracts on a background of blue-green leaves makes this 12-16" tall, drought-tolerant newcomer a WONderful groundcover or specimen. S/M/GDr

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Origanum 'Pilgrim' plant

    How to Grow Origanum 'Pilgrim'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

    • Texture

      • glaucous

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    Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen'

    aka Herrenhausen Ornamental Oregano

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Herb

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 18"-24"

    Width: 18"-24"

    • sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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    Origanum acutidens

    aka Ornamental Oregano

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Herb

    Zones

    6a-10b

    Size

    Height: 12"

    Width: 12"

    • sun
    • drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Origanum acutidens close-up, flower by Ghislain118
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    Origanum x suendermanii

    aka Origanum sundermanii, Ornamental Oregano

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 10"

    Width: 12"

    • sun
    • drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
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    Origanum vulgaris ssp. hirtum

    aka Origanum vulgare ssp. hirtum 'Greek', Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum, Greek Oregano, True Greek Oregano, Winter Marjoram

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Herb

    Zones

    4a-10b

    Size

    Height: 12"-24"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • sun
    • regular - low
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Origanum vulgaris ssp. hirtum foliage by Friends School Plant Sale
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    Origanum vulgare 'Compactum'

    aka Origanum vulgare 'Compacta Nana', Compacta Nana Oregano

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Herb

    Zones

    5a-10b

    Size

    Height: 10"

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • low - drought tolerant
    • dry in summer
    Photo of Origanum vulgare 'Compactum' form by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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