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    Origanum laevigatum 'Well Sweep'

    Also Known As

    • Origanum laevigatum 'Wellsweep'
    • Well Sweep Ornamental Oregano

    Plant type

    perennial, herb

    size

    • H: 3"-6"
    • W: 12"-24"

    planting zones

    • 5a-10b

    Origanum laevigatum 'Well Sweep' plant details

    Origanum laevigatum 'Well Sweep' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb with gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Origanum laevigatum 'Well Sweep'

    Plant type: perennial herb
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
    Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in summer
    Uses: easy-to-grow, edging plant, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Origanum laevigatum 'Well Sweep'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The stable, uniform variegation on this somewhat prostrate form of Oregano brighten up the front of a sunny border or rock garden. It prefers well drained, but not too dry soil.

    By: Sunshine Farm and Gardens

    Gardening facts about Origanum laevigatum 'Well Sweep' plant

    How to Grow Origanum laevigatum 'Well Sweep'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • variegated
      • gold
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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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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