- A strong aromatic herb popular in Greek and Italian cooking.
- Perfect with lamb, tomato and cheese.
What you need to know:
- 1 x Mr Fothergills Oregano (Greek) Seeds
- Harvest: January to December
- Indoors Sowing Guide: Sow indoors all year round for indoor crops and March to May for outdoor crop. Sow 0.5cm (1/4") deep, in small pots of compost. Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20oC (60-68oF) is ideal. Seedlings usually appear in 14-21 days. Grow on in cooler, but not cold conditions. Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out 20cm (8") apart. Alternatively plants can be grown on a light windowsill.
- Outdoors Sowing Guide: Sow outdoors for ease, where they are to crop, 0.5cm (1/4") deep directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Thin seedlings to 20cm (8") apart.
- Soil Type: Well drained, fertile
- Position: Full sun
- Hints & Tips: In areas with heavy damp soils it may be best to grow outdoor crops in containers. Remove flowers to prolong picking.
- Hardiness & Longevity: Hardy Perennial
- Pack Size: 1500 Seeds