Greek oregano
Greek oregano
Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum
herb☀️ full-sun🪴 well drained📏 small🌡️ RHS H4–H5
📋Quick Facts
Height
0.5-0.6m
Spread
0.4-0.5m
Water
💧 Minimal watering
Hardiness
Zone 4-8
About
Strong, spicy oregano often preferred for cooking and pizza toppings.
Top tip
Greek oregano is strong flavoured; grow in full sun, cut back after flowering and dry bunches for winter use.
Also known as: Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum, Griechischer Oregano, Orégano griego, Orégãos gregos, Origano greco, Oregano greckie, Origan grec, Greek oregano
Pest Resilience
5/5 — Highly resilient
Strongly aromatic; virtually pest-free.
Visual Characteristics
Fruits
Yes
Harvest: Spring to autumn / fall
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Culinary
Culinary Use
Greek salad, moussaka, souvlaki, pizza, grilled meats, tomato sauces
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How to Propagate
🔪Division
Easy🌰Seed
Easy✂️Cutting
ModerateHardiness Zones
H1a (tender)H7 (very hardy)
RHS H4–H5
USDA 7 equivalent