Oregano
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At a glance
- USDA Zones
- 4–10
- Sun
- Full sun (6+ hrs)
- Water
- Low — drought-tolerant once established
- Soil
- Sandy, loam
- pH
- Neutral, alkaline
- 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
- Greekstart
Strong, peppery — the pizza & pasta standard.
- Italianstart
Milder, sweeter oregano, great for sauces.
Add Oregano to your raised bed — the planner handles spacing and companion warnings automatically.
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