Description
Botanical Information: Wild Marjoram
Let’s start with the basics. Wild marjoram, also called oregano and scientifically known as Origanum vulgare, is a herb that adds a burst of flavour to your favourite dishes.
Habitat
Wild marjoram is typically found in chalk and limestone grasslands but also can be found in hedgerows, banks and scrub. It prefers areas with a lot of sun and that the soil is well-drained.
Benefits to Wildlife
Wild marjoram supports numerous species, including butterflies, bees and hoverflies. It is an important food plant for the day-flying mint moth. There you go, I bet you didn’t know that, did you?
Conservation Status in the UK
Its conservation status in the UK is Least Concern, although it is far scarcer in Scotland. In Scotland, it can be found in some coastal areas, usually the hottest sandiest habitats.
Ease of Growing
Plant your wild marjoram in well-drained, preferably alkaline soil which receives full sun or partial shade. It prefers slightly drier conditions, so only water it when there is prolonged periods of drought. It is recommended that the old flowering stems are cut back in early spring before the plant starts to grow again, which encourages bushy growth. More plant to eat then too, if you’re that way inclined. Well, we are anyway.
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Complementing Species
Spiny Restharrow | Ononis spinosa
Valerian | Valeriana officinalis
Vipers Bugloss | Echium vulgare
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