How to Plant Italian Oregano
Italian oregano, scientifically known as Origanum vulgare, is different from Mexican oregano, which is actually a member of the mint family. Oregano is a hardy plant that grows well in many conditions. The leaves of the herb are commonly dried and crushed and used as a flavoring in classical Italian dishes such as pizza. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Cut a stem from an existing oregano plant. Place the clipping in a wet sand mixture and allow it to form roots.
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Transplant the oregano plant into the garden or container once the roots form. If placed in an outdoor garden, place mulch around the plant to maintain moisture and provide some cover for the winter growth. Plant one oregano plant about every 24 inches in well-drained soil. Select an area of the garden that receives full sun.
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Clip leaves of oregano for use before the plant blooms in late summer. New leaves form in the clipped areas within two weeks. The more leaves clipped from the oregano plant the bushier the plant becomes. Properly cared for the plant will grow again the following year.
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Tips & Warnings
The best flavor of the oregano comes from leaves clipped before the plant blooms. Clipping stems that are forming buds keeps the plant from blooming allowing flavorful harvests all year long.
An oregano plant with white blooms is Italian or Greek oregano while the Mexican oregano blooms with purple blooms.
Monitor the oregano plants for insect infestations of aphids or mites.
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