Plant Number: 1.400.950   

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Golden Oregano
Origanum vulgare ‘Aureum’

  

One of several ornamental Oreganos now becoming available in North America. This selection features clusters of soft mauve flowers in midsummer, over a low mound of golden-yellow foliage. Plants are great for edging, or in tubs and mixed containers. Since this is a form of Common Oregano, the leaves are fragrant and may be used in cooking. Clumps may be easily divided in early spring. Clip plants back hard in June to maintain a low, creeping habit. Drought tolerant, once established. Attractive to butterflies. Evergreen in mild winter regions.


Zone 4 to Zone 9

Conditions     Appearance    
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun

Soil Type
  Normal
  Sandy
  Clay

Soil pH
  Acid
  Alkaline
  Neutral

Soil Moisture
  Average
  Dry
  Moist

Care Level
  Easy

Foot Traffic
  Occasional

Rate of Spread
  Fast
Flower Colour
  Mauvelilac

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer

Foliage Color
  Chartreuse
  Gold

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Culinary
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Fragrant
  Ground Cover
  Massed

Flower Head Size
  Medium

Height
   15-30 cm
   6-12 inches

Spread
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches