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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 8b
Plant Height: 15 - 18 inches
Plant Spread: 24 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Other: Blue-green; Gray-green
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Pink
Purple
Other: Rose-red; Lavender-purple
Flower Time: Late summer or early fall
Uses: Groundcover
Cut Flower
Dried Flower
Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Marjoram
  • Ornamental Oregano
  • Showy Oregano

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Location: Northern Illinois (Zone 5a)
Date: 2013-07-21

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