November tip: Herbs are at risk of becoming waterlogged over winter or suffering frost damage. If in containers, move to a sheltered space. If in the ground, consider adding a thick layer of compost or straw to prevent frost damage.
- Latin name
- Origanum vulgare
- Type
- Hardy herbaceous perennial
- Final height
- 50cm
- Final width
- 50cm
- Situation
- Full sun
- Flowering months
- Summer (white)
- Can it be multiplied
- Division (autumn)
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxic
- None reported
- Bee friendly
- Yes
- Plant care tip
- Prune back old stems in spring