22 Oregano, White Flowered Greek
- Scientific name: Origanum vulgaris hirtum
- Also known as:
- Ideal planting time: February
- Perennial in zones 5-9
- Seed supplier: Adaptive Seeds
Growing & Seed Saving Tips
“Surface sow seeds indoors 10 weeks before last frost. 60˚F soil temp for germination in 7-14 days. May also be direct sown after soil has warmed. Thin or transplant to 10” in all directions. Grows well in full sun and dry conditions. Perennial to zone 4.
Seed Saving
Collect seeds from seed heads that are fully dry. Shell by hand, winnow or screen to clean. Some cross-pollination may occur, isolate from other varieties of the same species by 1/4 mile.”
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- grekisk oregano © Erik Forsberg is licensed under a CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial) license
