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    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

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    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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A mounding perennial herb with whitish yellow flowers, lemon scented feathery foliage, repels moths, mild stimulant.

    By: Accents for Home and Garden

    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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    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
    Photo of Origanum x suendermanii flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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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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