Family: Lamiaceae
Scientific Name: Origanum vulvare aureum
Common Name: Golden Oregano
Description | A gold leaf form of Oregano. |
Pronunciation | (oh-RIG-a-num)(vul-GA-re) |
Plant Type | All Plants, Perennials Hardy |
Hardiness Zone | 5-9 |
Sunlight | full |
Moisture | average, dry |
Soil & Site | average, well drained, never soggy, don't over fertilize |
Temperature | foliage color is better in cooler weather |
Leaves | small leaves, golden color |
Dimensions | 6-12 plus inches |
Propagation | seeds may not come true to type, cuttings, spring division |
Native Site | Species native to the Mediterranean region and central Asia |
Misc Facts | Oregano is a common herb in cooking. The word Oregano is derived from Greek meaning joy on the mountain. |
Notes & Reference | #40-Herbaceous Ornamental Plants (Steven Stills), #97-Mints (Barbara Perry Lawton) |
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