Greek Oregano - Pizza Oregano [Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum]

Greek oregano is a perennial spice and medicinal plant and grows wild primarily in Greece, but also in Cyprus, North Macedonia and Turkey. The heat-loving, winter-hardy and drought-tolerant plant provides versatile support in relieving inflammation in the body and has a digestive and antibacterial effect. The rich essential oil, with its particularly intense aroma, has a very positive effect on the psyche. Due to its shallow root system, oregano is also suitable for green roofs. This type is the well-known typical seasoning for pizza and sauces and retains its aroma even when heated. The white flowers attract many insects.

General information
Plant family: Lamiaceae
Life cycle: Perennial
Days to harvest: 120 days
Plant height approx.: 40 cm
Root type: Shallow rooter
Nutrient requirements: Weak eater
Water requirements: Low
Winter hardiness: Up to -28 °C
Location: Sunny
Soil: Permeable, dry, loamy, sandy, humus

pH value: 7 to 8

Sowing and planting information
Germ type: Light germinator
Sowing depth: 0 cm
Optimal germination temperature: 20-25 °C
Germination time: 14-28 days
Plant and row spacing: 30x30 cm

Optimal mixed culture: Onion, Carrot, Tomato, Leek, All pumpkin plants
Unfavorable mixed culture: -

Subtropic climate (Mediterranean) (e. g. B. Portugal, Spain, Italy)
Sow directly from April to September or pre-cultivate in small pots from January to September.

Moderate climate (e. g. B. Germany, Switzerland, Poland)
Sow directly from May to June or pre-cultivate in small pots from February to June.

General
Oregano needs at least 20°C to germinate. Sow directly in rows. When pre-cultivating, sow the seeds in small pots and let the seedlings grow until the first visible oregano leaves. Then plant the pregrown plants from the pots directly into the open field. The seedlings are planted in the bed from the 2nd pair of leaves after the cotyledons.
Oregano prefers a sunny location with a permeable, rather dry, humus-rich and sandy loam soil. Prepare the soil with seasoned animal manure. Avoid waterlogging.

Additional tips
In order to quickly obtain a fine, crumbly and permeable soil, we recommend additional incorporation of biochar and primary rock powder.

Type of propagation
Spread occurs via seeds or root division.

Plant care
Regular watering causes faster growth. Beds prepared with animal manure and planting in mixed culture replace additional fertilizer.

Germination ability of seeds: 2-3 years

Other Names
Botanical names: Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum
English names: Greek Oregano
German names: Griechischer Oregano
Portuguese names: Orégano Grego
Spanish names: Orégano griego
French names: Origan grec