Compare plants.

Growing requirements from the plant library. Cultivar and local conditions can change the details.

Care decision	OreganoOriganum vulgare
Light	Full sun is the general preference; some golden or variegated selections benefit from relief during intense heat. NC State: Origanum vulgare
Water	Water new plantings in dry spells and monitor pots; established plants tolerate some dryness. RHS: growing oregano
Soil & growing mix	Well-drained soil is essential; persistent wetness can cause root rot. NC State: Origanum vulgare
Mature size	Species accounts reach roughly 1–3 feet tall and 1–2 feet wide; Greek and named compact selections can be much smaller. NC State: Origanum vulgare
Growing season	Perennial growth with summer flowers; RHS describes the species as deciduous. RHS: Origanum vulgare profile
Winter & climate	RHS rates O. vulgare H6 under UK conditions. For Greek oregano, NC State lists USDA 4–8 while Illinois describes zone 5 as marginal; verify the exact plant locally. RHS: Origanum vulgare profile NC State: Greek oregano Illinois Extension: culinary oregano
Container fit	Well suited to containers. Check mature size and root-space guidance in the reference.
Place & variety	Names and selections explain some differences among size and hardiness recommendations. Do not average conflicting ratings into a new number. Check the nursery’s botanical identity and local performance, and assess container winter exposure separately from plants in the ground.
Equipment to consider	Fiskars Micro-Tip pruning snips, 6-inch, 399240-1003 Bosmere Large Face Copper Plated Plant Markers, 10-inch, 10-pack
Evidence & next steps	Herb gardens guides → Choose culinary oregano, share the bloom and keep the patch contained Thyme and oregano: compare drainage, growth and harvest habits Mint in containers: contain runners and keep the harvest accessible Read the growing reference NC State: Origanum vulgare NC State: Greek oregano

These facts help compare choices. They do not establish that plants can share a pot, watering circuit or outdoor site. Check the full reference and local suitability before planting.

Open this comparison as a bookmarkable page

Browse all plant references →