Compact Marjoram. A dense perennial with aromatic green leaves and clusters of small tubular pink or white flowers with purple tinted green bracts from mid-summer to early autumn. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Origanum vulgare ‘Compactum’
A dense perennial with aromatic green leaves and clusters of small tubular pink or white flowers with purple tinted green bracts from mid-summer to early autumn.
Additional information
| Generic | Origanum |
|---|---|
| Species | vulgare |
| Varietry | 'Compactum' |
| Common Name | Compact Marjoram |
| Flower Colour | pink, white |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mound-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back in spring |
| Border | Herb garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
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