Marjoram
herb
Sweet marjoram (Origanum majorana) is milder and sweeter than oregano. Tender perennial — treat as annual in zones 5 and colder. Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost.
At a glance
- USDA Zones
- 3–11
- Sun
- Full sun (6+ hrs)
- Water
- Low — drought-tolerant once established
- Soil
- Loam, sandy
- pH
- Neutral
- Spacing
- 12 in. between plants
- Per square foot
- 1 plant per square
Planting & harvest windows
Northern Hemisphere timing. Adjust ±4–6 weeks based on your last/first frost dates.
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Plant Harvest
Good companions
Recommended varieties
- Sweet Marjoramboth
Classic culinary marjoram — delicate, floral, sweet flavor.
- Italian Marjoramboth
Oregano-marjoram hybrid — slightly stronger flavor, good in sauces.
Add Marjoram to your raised bed — the planner handles spacing and companion warnings automatically.
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