How to grow Italian Oregano

Origanum majoricum

If your garden is small grow oregano in a container as it grows rapidly and can take the space of other plants.

Transplanting Italian Oregano

Start indoors six to eight weeks before the last frost date in your area. Once the seedlings have two sets of true leaves they can be transplanted.1

As Italian Oregano is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

How long does Italian Oregano take to grow?

These estimates for how long Italian Oregano takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Italian Oregano to germinate?
11 days

Average 11 days | Min 6 days | Max 48 days (4)

Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Italian Oregano?
+ 19 days

Average 19 days | Min 19 days | Max 19 days (1)

Days to Maturity How long until Italian Oregano is ready for harvest / bloom?
+ 94 days

Average 94 days | Min 94 days | Max 94 days (1)

Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Italian Oregano?
= 124 days

Other names for Italian Oregano

Footnotes

1 http://homeguides.sfgate.com/germination-oregano-22314.html


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