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Origanum 'Barbara Tingey'

Also Known As

  • Ornamental Oregano

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 8"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Origanum 'Barbara Tingey' plant details

Origanum 'Barbara Tingey' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with blue foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Origanum 'Barbara Tingey'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Origanum 'Barbara Tingey'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This lovely ornamental oregano offers pink-bracted-purple flowers atop trailing (to 3') stems of leathery silvery foliage; beautiful in hanging baskets or as a drought-tolerant groundcover. S/M-D/GDr

Gardening facts about Origanum 'Barbara Tingey' plant

How to Grow Origanum 'Barbara Tingey'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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