Origanum 'Kent Beauty'

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OreganoShrub, DeciduousFamily: Lamiaceae

Height: 30cmSpread: 60cm
Frost hardy

Flower colour:

Pink

Purple

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Front

Soil

Chalky / Alkaline / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Origanum 'Kent Beauty' is an ornamental, non-edible oregano or marjoram variety. Unlike edible oreganos, Origanum 'Kent Beauty' is largely grown for its pink flowers which are surrounded by showy pink bracts that resemble hops.

Origanum 'Kent Beauty' will perform best in sunny spots, including in pots or containers, where it will gradually sprawl and tumble as it grows.

For best results, grow Origanum 'Kent Beauty' in full sun in a well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil. This sub-shrub is frost hardy, so will die back in winter but should return in spring. Avoid planting it in areas that are excessively wet in winter.

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Origanum ‘Kent Beauty’ and wildlife

Origanum ‘Kent Beauty’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Origanum ‘Kent Beauty’ poisonous?

Origanum ‘Kent Beauty’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People