ZonePlant
Greek (var. hirtum) oregano

herb variety in zone 6a

Greek (var. hirtum) oregano in zone 6a

Greek (var. hirtum) · Origanum vulgare

Zone
6a -10°F to -5°F
Growing season
180 days
Days to harvest
80 to 110

The verdict

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About Greek (var. hirtum)

Strong, peppery, the authentic Mediterranean oregano flavor; small fuzzy gray-green leaves. Pizza, tomato sauce, lamb, roast vegetables. The cook's oregano, fragrance and pungency much higher than common oregano.

Critical timing for zone 6a

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Common challenges in zone 6a

  • ▸ Brown rot in stone fruit
  • ▸ Japanese beetles
  • ▸ Spring frost damage to peach buds

Modified care for zone 6a

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Greek (var. hirtum) in adjacent zones

Other oregano varieties for zone 6a

Frequently asked questions

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Will Greek (var. hirtum) oregano grow in zone 6a?

Yes. Greek (var. hirtum) is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8b, which includes zone 6a.

Image: "Origanum vulgare 149176132", by Michel Langeveld, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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