2015 AAS Edible - Vegetable Winner
Oregano Cleopatra
Cleopatra is the third of the organic herbs introduced at this time. Pretty silver gray foliage makes this another herb that will be appreciated for its ornamental value. Unique from Greek and Italian oreganos, Cleopatra has a mildly spicy, pepperminty flavor perfect in Mediterranean dishes, soups, and sauces.
This compact, trailing plant produces a high yield of leaves that are wonderful as a dried spice when fresh isn’t an option.
Plant Description
Genus:
Origanum
Species:
syriaca
Common Name:
Oregano
Plant Habit:
Spreading, trailing
Plant Height:
9 inches
Plant Spread:
9-10 inches
Fruit Color (Harvest):
Silver gray foliage
Fruit Shape:
Tiny rounded leaves
Fruit Flavor Description:
Mildly spicy, peppermint
Foliage Color:
Green
Breeder:
Genesis Seeds, offered by Terra Organics
Close Market Comparison:
Greek, Italian
Planting & Care
Garden Spacing:
7-8 inches
Days To Harvest (Sowing Seed):
100 from indoor sowing
Days To Harvest (Transplant):
30
Duration Type:
Perennial
Light Needs:
Full sun
Water Needs:
Dry to normal
Season Type:
Warm season
Staking Required:
No
Pollinator Friendly:
Bees
Container:
Yes
How to Grow:
Sow seeds for transplant about 5 weeks before setting out in frost free garden setting. Transplant into a sunny well drained location or container. Enjoy fresh or dried in soups and sauces. Very good bee attractant for pots and patios. Makes a wonderful dried spice from any kitchen garden.
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