Origanum vulgare 'Aureum'
Golden Oregano
Description
Yellow green foliage looks like flowers but is not. The flowers are lilac in color. 15" tall. Blooms in summer.
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Height Range
Under 1'
Width Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Gold, Yellow
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Gold, Yellow
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Filler
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.