Marjoram
Sweet Marjoram
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Small green leaves, similar appearance to oregano
- Very fragrant
- Leaves are used in a variety of recipes
- Dried leaves are often added to potpourris
Border or Bed
Container
Drought Tolerant
Edible
Garden
Great Foliage
Heat Tolerant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil with organic matter. Water when the top inch of soil is dry and feed regularly with a water-soluble fertilizer. Do not over water as these plants prefer slightly dry conditions. Trimming off flower buds extends growing time.
Height: 12-24 in
Spacing: 12-14 in
Price Level 1: $5.49 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color:
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Garden
- Border or Bed
- Edible
- Container
- Summer Bloomer
- Great Foliage
- Drought Tolerant
- Heat Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
- Creeping/Ground Cover
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
Genus Overview: Marjoram
Common Name: Sweet Marjoram
Annual herb with thin, gray-green leaves. Leaves can be used fresh or dried. Small, lilac to white flowers bloom in early summer. Great for herb gardens, containers and window boxes.