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Origanum Vulgare 'Polyphant' (Oregano 'Polyphant') Herb Plant

£3.99

Some Herbs may be too tall for our standard packaging and will be trimmed to fit. This will not be detrimental to the plant but will mean that these herbs will flower later in the year.

The Blister packs used to protect our beautiful herbs during transit are made from 100% recycled plastic and can be recycled kerbside.

Oregano 'Polyphant'(Origanum Vulgare 'Polyphant')Herb in 9cm Pot 

Oregano 'Polyphant' is an extremely aromatic variegated leaved herb, native to the Mediterranean and Southern Europe, Oregano is closely related to marjoram. It prefers a sunny site and does not particularly enjoy prolonged wet winters, but its hardy nature means it can remain evergreen through the winter months.Cut back old, flowered stems in early spring to obtain a new fresh flush of leaves and to maintain shape. Growing  20-40cm tall and preferring light well-drained soil, this variety has bright golden oval leaves which grow profusely on short purple/brown stems, and a very pretty show of white flowers appears in the summer. Ideal for the front of a border in your herb garden or herbaceous border, a rock or gravel garden,great as an edging plant and good ground cover,  it's also happy in a container.

Herb Usage

Oregano 'Polyphant' is an extremely aromatic herb, generally Oregano has a pungent flavour featuring heavily in Mediterranean and Mexican food, it has a great affinity for a variety of foods, especially strong flavours like wine, olives and tomatoes, vegetables, stuffing and egg dishes. It is also characteristic of many Greek dishes (particularly lamb). Oregano's flavour is enhanced with drying and is often sprinkled liberally on pizzas.

Buy Oregano 'Polyphant' Online

Our potted Oregano 'Polyphant'  herb plants are generally available to buy online March to Sept.

 

  

 

 

Origanum Vulgare 'Polyphant' (Oregano 'Polyphant') Herb Plant
Aspect/Site Full sun
Soil Type Light Well Drained soil
Flower Colour White
Height 30cm
Spread 30cm
Latin Name Origanum Vulgare 'Polyphant'
Hardiness RHS rating H6 -Hardy - very cold winter
Culinary Mediterranean
Scented Foliage
Medicinal/Cosmetic None
Flowering/Harvest/Interest Summer
Special Features Pollinator Friendly
Type of Garden Container/Patio
  • 5
    excellent quality

    Posted by Unknown on 22nd Apr 2020

    I love these plants so much I ordered more! Excellent quality! Many thanks to you all!