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    Origanum laevigatum

    Also Known As

    • Ornamental Oregano

    Plant type

    perennial, herb

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 8a-11

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    Origanum laevigatum plant details

    Origanum laevigatum is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial herb with purple foliage. In fall, spring and summer flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Origanum laevigatum

    Plant type: perennial herb
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen purple
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Origanum laevigatum

    USDA Zones: 8a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Sprawling, arching, deciduous plant 2-3' tall with purple flowers in spring, summer and early autumn. The small, aromatic, dark green leaves are held on red stems that root at the joints. Use in dry gardens as groundcovers. Hardy to 10F. Turkey, Cyprus.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Origanum laevigatum plant

    How to Grow Origanum laevigatum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - low

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

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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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