The main requirement is for very well drained soil, particularly during winter. Although oregano is found naturally in dry conditions, productivity can be substantially increased by irrigation providing that the soil does not get waterlogged. Agronomy Oregano can be established from seed, or by cuttings or plant division. Vegetative propagation of superior plants is recommended to reduce variability in growth habit, productivity and flavour, which will occur in a crop raised from seed. Oregano seed is extremely small so should be sown in nursery beds or cell trays and later transplanted to the field.
Oregano grows very easily from cuttings or plant division at any time of the year.
Root-promoting hormone is generally not required. The plants layer naturally in the field and quickly cover the ground surface. Oregano plants can tolerate some traffic, so it may be possible to establish the crop on a broad scale. Alternatively the crop can be planted in beds with wheel tracks in between allowing vehicle movement. A spacing of 25-30 cm between plants in beds is recommended.