Oregano

Origanum vulgare

easy both ✗ Toxic to pets

💧 Watering

Every 1–2 weeks, allow soil to dry between waterings

☀️ Light

Full sun, 6+ hours

💦 Humidity

Low

🌡️ Temperature

60–80°F (15–27°C)

🪏 Soil

Well-draining sandy mix

✨ Fertilizing

Once or twice per year

🪴 Repotting

Every 2 years

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About Oregano

Essential Mediterranean herb with intense flavor. Greek and Italian oregano are most prized for cooking.

Care tips

  • Flavor is most intense just before flowering
  • Harvest frequently to keep it from getting woody
  • Drought tolerant once established

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