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Oregano 'Hot & Spicy'
Origanum
- Category: Tender Perennial, Herbs
- Hardiness Zone:6-9
- Height:14-18 in
- Spread:12-14 in
- Bloom Color: Pink
- Foliage Color: Green
Very aromatic oregano with a bold, strong flavor. Great in Mexican, Greek or Italian cuisine. Heat factor is often compared to a mild chili pepper. Can be used fresh or dry, dried being much less bitter. This well rounded herb has many trailing stems and light pink blooms in summer.
Oregano 'Hot & Spicy' - Origanum from Hoffie Nursery
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Soil Moisture
| • | Well-Drained |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Bloom Time
| • | Summer |
Additional Information about Oregano 'Hot & Spicy'
It is an excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, B-complex, potassium, calcium, iron, and magnesium.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Oregano 'Hot & Spicy'
Harvest often to maintain regeneration and a bushy habit foliage. Adding organic matter to the soil will provide good drainage and beneficial nutrients. Soil must be well-drained.