Wild Marjoram - Herbal Plant for Home Gardens

Wild Marjoram is a perennial herb known for its upright to spreading growth and small aromatic leaves. It forms a natural clumping plant suitable for garden beds, borders, and naturalized planting areas. This variety adapts well to a range of climates and performs best in full sunlight with well drained soil. It is commonly grown in herb and ornamental gardens and tolerates dry conditions once established.

Features

• Upright to spreading growth with aromatic foliage
• Adaptable to a range of climates
• Suitable for garden beds borders and natural planting areas
• Performs best in full sunlight conditions
• Tolerates dry conditions once established

Specifications

• Scientific name: Origanum vulgare
• Common name (US): Marjoram
• Seed type / variety: Wild
• Growth habit: Perennial herb
• USDA zones: 4 to 9
• Planting season: Spring
• Growing season: Spring to summer
• Sowing Season: Spring March to May
• Germination time and conditions: 7 to 14 days in warm well drained conditions 18 to 24 C
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun
• Soil requirements: Well drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering needs: Low to moderate allow soil to dry between watering
• Mature plant size: 30 to 60 cm height 30 to 45 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 20 to 30 cm apart