Pinch the growing points of this plant to encourage more prolific growth. Savory is used extensively either fresh or dried on soups, sauces and marinades. It is also used in bean, lentil, egg, meat and cheese dishes. It is a staple for Italian cooking. Marjoram is a tender, aromatic herb growing only to 30 cm tall.
Germination is slow and somewhat difficult.
Seeds should be started indoors 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting to the garden. Marjoram is a strong aromatic and culinary herb, therefore a little goes a long way, Being a close relative to oregano, marjoram can be used any where oregano can be used. Marjoram is used fresh, but dries well. Pot-pourri containing marjoram will add a pleasant aroma to the home year round. They are slower to flower, thus produce more leaves and less seeds, also meaning they are not as weedy as traditional dill.