Grows 1 to 2 ft. tall with flowers in purple spikes. Adds flavor to jellies, iced tea and other drinks, also as a garnish to fruit cups and salads. Mint is easy to grow from seed, and a will last for years. May also be planted in late summer or early fall. Can be dried for winter use.
Oregano grows well in average well drained soil with full sun.
It requires routine watering and foliage does better when the flowers are cut back. It can be grown in containers and needs replacing every three years when it becomes woody. The leaves have a sharp flavor and taste a little like Thyme. They can be used fresh or dried in meats and salads and especially in Italian and Mexican dishes. Dwarf compact growth gives general appearance of coarse moss and has decorative foliage.