Origanum vulgare Variegatum

Origanum vulgare Variegatum is a culinary perennial herb that forms a dense cushion of pale green leaves edged with a cream border.

The foliage is particularly charming—pale green edged with creamy white—and gives off a strong, aromatic scent that makes this herb both decorative and useful.

The flowers on this variety appear towards the end of summer/beginning of autumn, in loose clusters of pale pink or white flowers, attracting pollinators and adding soft patches of color to the garden.

Origanum vulgare  is an absolute must-have in any well-stocked, sunny herb garden.

Its leaves are key in Mediterranean dishes, from pizza toppings and pasta sauces to marinades and herb-infused oils for salad dressings.

Must – Have. And this one is pretty too!

👩‍🌾GARDENING TIPS👩‍🌾:

• • 🔄 As a perennial herb, it will generally die back in the winter but will return in the spring.
    • The foliage may turn brown or shrivel up as temperatures drop, but the plant’s root system remains alive underground, allowing it to regenerate when warmer weather returns.
    • In colder climates, it may lose all its leaves, while in milder areas, it might retain some greenery.
  • ✂️ Prune the plant in late fall or early spring to encourage healthy growth when the growing season resumes.
  • 💦 Keep plants well watered during the growing season, especially in hot weather.
  • 💇‍♀️ To maintain a neat, compact shape, cut back established plants by two-thirds in late summer, preventing them from becoming leggy.

The Tale & The Botany: Origanum vulgare Variegatum