Oregano is a perennial herb from the mint family. It has small leaves having dark green colours and produces tiny white, pink, or purple flowers. The pungent, spicy, and aromatic oregano goes well with almost any veggie preparation. It grows well in both the garden and indoors. The young stems of the plant are square and hairy which becomes woody with age. It is commonly known as a pizza herb.
Botanical Name | Origanum vulgare |
Common Name | Oregano |
Plant Type | Perennial Herb |
Mature Size | 2 feet tall, 1.5 feet wide |
Bloom Time | Summer |
Flower Colour | Pink, Purple, White |
| Native Area | Mediterranean, Asia |
Growing Oregano
Growing oregano is super easy. It’s a good choice for a beginner gardener as it is easy to grow.
You can grow oregano from seeds and from cuttings. To grow oregano from seeds, divide the seed in two and sow the seeds outdoors about six weeks from the last frost. To grow the plant from cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy and established plant and plant in a container or ground.
Oregano Care
Sun
Oregano grows well in partial to full sun. When provided full the flavour of the leaves intensifies. You can easily grow the plant indoors but make sure it receives a good amount of sunlight.
Soil
Oregano does well in lighter, well-drained soil. It does not need organic manure and fertilizers.
Water
Do not overwater oregano. Water only when the soil has dried out fully.
Pruning
When your oregano plant grows 4 inches tall, pinch off the growing tips. Pruning your plant helps promote new branches and makes the plant bushier.
Harvesting
The most aromatic and flavourful leaves are found immediately before the plant flowers. You can begin harvesting when it grows around eight inches tall. Cut the stem up to 2/3rd of its length. You can use the fresh leaves for cooking. If you want to dry your oregano, cut long sprigs and group them into bundles. Hang the bunch to a nail or drying rack. Simply, strip the leaves when dry and crush them until they are even in size. Store it in a clean and dry container.
Benefits of Oregano
- Oregano is rich in antioxidants which helps to improve health by fighting harmful free radicals in the body.
- It also helps reduce cancer cell growth.
- Oregano oil is a great remedy for sore throat, poor digestion and muscle and joint pain.
- Both fresh & dry oregano is used in cooking.
Oregano Tea Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1-2 sprigs of fresh oregano
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1-2 cup water
Process:
Rinse the oregano sprigs to remove dirt. Add water to a pan and let it boil. After the water starts boiling, add the oregano sprigs and steep them for 2-3 mins. Now strain the water in a cup and add honey. Mix the honey with a spoon and enjoy your hot oregano tea.
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