This hardy herb is a reliable choice for kitchen gardens, but how can you encourage more growth when harvesting? Here's what you need to know ...

Growing oregano, even right in your kitchen, is an easy way to improve the taste of dishes you cook, but there is a trick to ...

Oregano is a versatile herb that adds a delightful flavor and aroma to a variety of dishes, making it a must-have in any kitchen garden. Growing oregano at home is a rewarding experience, as it is ...

These herbs may pair nicely in the kitchen, but in the garden, they should be in different spots due to their incompatible ...

Oregano seeds require light in order to germinate, so never cover seeds with soil. Instead, press them lightly onto the surface of a high-quality seed starting soil mix that has a fine, even texture.

Mexican oregano (Lippia graveolens) belongs to the verbena family growing 48 to 60 inches tall. It has a similar flavor and aroma to the common oregano, though sharper and earthier.

Warmer climates can enjoy a second sowing season in late summer. Plant oregano seeds 1/4 inch deep in rows 18 inches apart, spacing seeds several inches apart. Seeds take 8 to 14 days to germinate.

Growing oregano should not make one anxious. It is a resilient and highly adaptable plant. It is hardy in zones 5 through 9. In this area it is commonly grown as an annual.

Sprigs of oregano can be cut off when the plant is at least 6 inches high. In June, one-third of the top-growth of vigorously growing plants can be harvested.

3. Root drainage is key If you're growing herbs in pots, it's important to ensure proper drainage to prevent waterlogged soil and root rot. Jekka said: "You can add some stones or bits of broken ...

I grow a number of daily-use aromatic herbs. The last few years, my Cuban oregano plant was thriving. But over the last few months, I feel like the plant has stopped growing.