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Marjoram
Origanum majorana
Also known as: sweet marjoram
Delicate sweet herb similar to oregano but milder. Use in Mediterranean dishes. Grown as annual in cold climates.
Growing Requirements
SunFull Sun
WaterLow
Soil Type
Soil Drainage
Soil pH
Plant Spacing8–12″
Row Spacing12–18″
Planting Depth0.06–0.13″
Height8–18″
Spread8–12″
✓ Container Friendly✓ Raised Bed Friendly
Planting Schedule
Start Indoors
6–8 weeks before last frost
Direct Sow (Spring)
1–9 weeks after last frost
Transplant Outdoors
1–9 weeks after last frost
Germination
7–14 days
Days to Harvest
60–80 days
Zone Suitability
USDA Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Zones 6–9
Can overwinter in appropriate zones
Perennial in zones 7–9
Treat as annual in zones 6 and below. Less winter hardy than oregano. Best flavor before flowering.
Companion Plants
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