Origanum microphyllum
Also Known As
- Origanum microphylla
- Cretan Oregano
- Oregano
- Small Leaved Oregano
Plant type
perennial, herb
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Origanum microphyllum plant details
Origanum microphyllum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with blue foliage. In summer cream and yellow flowers emerge. 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 microphyllum
- Plant type: perennial herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, fragrant foliage, medicinal
GROWING CONDITIONS for Origanum microphyllum
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Origanum microphyllum plant
How to Grow Origanum microphyllum
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- cream
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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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
aka Ornamental Oregano
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- sun
- drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Origanum x 'Amethyst Falls', Amethyst Falls Ornamental Oregano
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 8"-15"
Width: 18"-28"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun
- regular - low
- dry in summer
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