Plant Details

Origanum majorana

Sweet Marjoram

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General Information

Scientific name: Origanum majorana
Also known as: Sweet Marjoram

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous, Ground cover
Size: Small
Height: 0.60 m
Width: 0.60 m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Soil Moisture:
Well-drained, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Tea, Condiment
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(3)
Features:
Dye, Essential oil, Bee forage, Fragrant

Description

Leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. Marjoram is popular as a flavoring in salad dressings, vegetable dishes, legumes, and oils. It has a subtler flavor than its close relative oregano (Origanum vulgare) and is best used fresh, preferably added at the end of the cooking time. The fragrant seeds are often used as a flavoring in candies, drinks, and more. Fresh or dried leaves can be used to make an herbal tea. The flavor is compared to a mix of thyme, rosemary, and sage.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/07
End of Harvest: 30/09