Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen'
marjoram
Useful for providing year-round groundcover at the front of the border, the dark green foliage of this decorative perennial takes on a purple flush during the colder weather. Throughout the summer, Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen' is topped with mauve pink flower clusters.
How to care for Origanum laevigatum Herrenhausen:
Plant in well-drained, light soil in full sun, or good quality potting compost for pots, adding grit if needed for drainage. Water regularly until established, then only during prolonged dry spells. Trim after flowering to keep plants bushy and compact, and mulch or protect in colder regions over winter.
Divide every 3-4 years in spring to maintain vigour.
Divide every 3-4 years in spring to maintain vigour.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.6m
Eventual spread:
0.45m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen'
marjoram
Useful for providing year-round groundcover at the front of the border, the dark green foliage of this decorative perennial takes on a purple flush during the colder weather. Throughout the summer, Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen' is topped with mauve pink flower clusters.
How to care for Origanum laevigatum Herrenhausen:
Plant in well-drained, light soil in full sun, or good quality potting compost for pots, adding grit if needed for drainage. Water regularly until established, then only during prolonged dry spells. Trim after flowering to keep plants bushy and compact, and mulch or protect in colder regions over winter.
Divide every 3-4 years in spring to maintain vigour.
Divide every 3-4 years in spring to maintain vigour.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.6m
Eventual spread:
0.45m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
-
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.