Common Name: Thumbles Oregano

Botanic Name: Origanum vulgare

Description: Compact grower with white flowers held above a golden foliage. Useful as a groundcover perennial in herb & flower gardens.

Uses: Leaves are used fresh for fish & meat dishes, as well as in soups & tomato recipes. Milder flavor than other oreganos.

Harvesting: Best used fresh. Pick leaves as soon as they are ready.

Best Results: Prefers warmer, dryer locations and well-drained soils. Mulch well in winter.

Companion Planting:  Excellent as an accent plant in ornamental borders, containers and herb gardens.

Height: 30cm (12") Spread: 45cm (18")

Location: Part Shade

Plant Category: Perennial

Hardiness: Zone 5-9 -29ºC (-20ºF)

Watering: Well-drained