How to Grow Oregano: Detailed guide to growing oregano in containers, gardens and allotments

Plant Height	Up to 40cm/15-inches
Where to Sow	Indoors/Outdoors thinly in small pots 7.5cm/3" diameter. Outdoors in open ground
Sowing time	Indoors February/April - temperature +16C/61F. Outdoors - 2 to 4 weeks after the last frost
How to Sow	6mm/¼" deep.
After Germination	Keep compost moist but not very wet.
Growing on - in Pots	When 5cm/2-inches thin/transplant to 1 plant per 7.5cm/3 inch pot. Harden off plants which have been raised indoors and finally move outdoors once all danger of frost has passed.
Growing on - in open ground	When 5cm/2-inches thin or plant out to 20cm/8-inches apart Oregano will not survive very severe frosts, so protect the dormant roots in winter with leaves or fleece to ensure they survive.
Harvesting	Leaves can be harvested anytime before the flowers form. Remove flowers to prolong picking.

How to Grow Oregano