Marjoram Organic
Also called sweet marjoram, its flavor is considered milder but more complex than its relative, oregano. Some describe the flavor as having a hint of balsam. A very popular ingredient in German sausage and herb breads. Fun folklore: Legend has it that if you touch marjoram before bedtime, you will dream of your future spouse. Perennial in USDA zones 9 and 10; usually grown as an annual. Drought tolerant and deer resistant.
Variety Info
- Family:Â Laminaceae
- Native:Â Cyprus and Turkey
- Hardiness:Â Perennial in USDA zones 9 and 10, but most often grown as an annual.
- Exposure:Â Full sun
- Plant Dimensions: 12″–18″ tall, 12″ wide
- Variety Info: Small (¼” – ¾” wide), round, pale, grey-green, velvety, aromatic leaves. Tiny white or pink flowers appear in midsummer.
- Attributes:Â Drought Tolerant, Good for Containers, Deer Resistant
Sowing Info
- When to Sow Outside:Â 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date.
- When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED (seed is very small). 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Optimal soil temperature for germination is 65°–75°F.
- Days to Emerge: 10–15 days
- Seed Depth:Â Press into surface
- Seed Spacing:Â A group of 4 seeds every 12″
- Row Spacing:Â 18″
- Thinning:Â Thin to 1 every 12″
Growing Info
- Harvesting:Â Leaves, flowers, or sprigs can be picked any time plant is at least 6″ high.
