Marjoram, Oregano. A prostate, evergreen subshrub with bright green leaves and clusters of tubular pink to mauve flowers with pretty, deep rose-pink bracts in summer. Max Height 10cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Origanum ‘Kent Beauty’
A prostate, evergreen subshrub with bright green leaves and clusters of tubular pink to mauve flowers with pretty, deep rose-pink bracts in summer.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Origanum |
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Species | |
Varietry | 'Kent Beauty' |
Common Name | Marjoram, Oregano |
Flower Colour | pink, mauve |
Soil | Poor |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
Height | 10cm |
Family | Labiatae |
Spread | 20cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Prostrate |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Cut back in spring |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
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Pruning Time | |
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