Description
Also called sweet marjoram, its flavor is considered milder but more complex than its relative, oregano. Some describe the flavor as having a hint of balsam. A very popular ingredient in German sausage and herb breads. Fun folklore: Legend has it that if you touch marjoram before bedtime, you will dream of your future spouse. Perennial in USDA zones 9 and 10; usually grown as an annual. Drought tolerant and deer resistant.
Family:ย Laminaceae
Native:ย Cyprus and Turkey
Hardiness:ย Perennial in USDA zones 9 and 10, but most often grown as an annual.
Exposure:ย Full sun
Plant Dimensions:ย 12″โ18″ tall, 12″ wide
Variety Info:ย Small (ยผ” โ ยพ” wide), round, pale, grey-green, velvety, aromatic leaves. Tiny white or pink flowers appear in midsummer.
Attributes:ย Drought Tolerant, Good for Containers, Deer Resistant
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| Special Features | Container Use, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible, Fragrant |




