Ornamental Oregano

Origanum laevigatum

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Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Forbs & Flowers

Grasses, Sedges, & Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Shade

Wet

Dry

Land Use

Obligate Wetland Plant almost always occurs in wetlands.

Facultative Wetland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Facultative Plant occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Obligate Upland Plant almost always occurs in non-wetlands.

Prefers full sun and moist soil. This species makes a nice ground cover. Fragrant foliage. The species dies to the ground in cold winters. Leaves deepen in color as the summer progresses, with the best purple colors usually occurring in cool climates. Will spread by runners, but not aggressively. Attracts butterflies and bees. Makes nice cut flowers.

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Details

Plant Type

Forbs & Flowers

Conditions

Sun

Dry

Native to Kentucky?

Exotic, not native to Kentucky

Land Use

No Wetland Tolerance Never occurs in wetlands.

Project Uses

Green Roof

Height (ft)

1-2

Flower Color

Purple

Fall Showy?

Flowering Time

July-Sept