Companion planting Oregano attracts honey bees, which pollinate other flowering plants. Propagation method Seeds, cuttings, and root division, all in spring. Harvesting Harvest in summer or early autumn, just before the plants are in full flower. Cut the stems with flower heads attached and hang upside down in a cool airy place. Catch the leaves that fall as the plants dry.
Strip leaves and flowers after they are crispy and dry.
Store in an airtight container for many months for a pungent and flavorful herb. Oregano also can be frozen in ice cube trays or frozen fresh in foil for use within two weeks. Herbal uses Cosmetic, culinary, decorative, and medicinal. Oregano is used in bath oils and sachets to help relieve aches and stiff joints. Fresh or dried leaves flavor tomato sauce, vinegar, butter, omelets, quiche, bread, marinated vegetables, beef, poultry, game, onions, black beans, and zucchini.