Should oregano be fuzzy?

It is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to grow in the home garden or in pots. Oregano leaves are oval, dark green, and positioned in opposite pairs along the stems. Some varieties have fuzzy leaves, others not. Oregano starts as a ground-hugging rosette of leaves, but it can easily grow to about 2 feet tall.

Does oregano have furry leaves?

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a perennial plant that’s also known as “wild marjoram” and grows well in zones 1-24. This oregano’s leaves are gray-green, fuzzy, and broader than its cousin’s with a spicier flavor.

Is Fuzzy oregano edible?

Kitchen-Friendly Herb Cuban oregano bears a strong menthol or camphor scent that intensifies when the leaves are crushed, so use this powerful seasoning carefully. It is most often used in dishes that include poultry, lamb, beef, and stuffing. Cuban oregano can be used fresh or dried for cooking.

Why does oregano have hairy leaves?

The hairs on the plant’s leaves and stems provide shade for the plant and slow down transpiration, allowing it to survive hot, dry weather, like our Davis summers. The more hair, the grayer the plant and the more drought tolerant.

Which is the best variety of oregano to plant?

Dittany of Crete is a textural variety of oregano. Its leaves are grey/green, soft and a bit fuzzy. This oregano prefers partial shade. It’s smaller, 6-8 inches, and produces pale rose-pink flowers.

What to do with the flowers of oregano?

The flowers can be dried for arrangements. It’s a fragrant oregano, but not used for culinary purposes. Jim’s Best is just like its name….a best oregano for many reasons. The golden-green marbled leaves are attractive in both the garden and containers.

What kind of flowers does Cuban Oregano have?

Cuban Oregano (which is a member of the mint family) is very strong and has thick fuzzy leaves. The flowers of this strand can be lavender, white or pink. The plants should be kept in an area, where they won’t be in direct sunlight or else they will burn and wilt.

What kind of flowers does Turkish oregano produce?

Turkish oregano can be used for both ornamental and culinary purposes. It’s a perennial in zones 5-9, reaches a height of 18-24″, fragrant, and will produce delicate pink to white flowers. It is great in both meat dishes and Italian red sauces. It will attract both bees and butterflies to your garden. Prefers full sun to partial shade.