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Origanum vulgare 'Aureum'
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Golden marjoramHerb, PerennialFamily: Lamiaceae
- Height: 45cmSpread: 45cm
- Attractive to wildlife
Flower colour:
Pink
Foliage colour:
Green
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Position
Sun Exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in Border:
Front
Soil
Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Marjoram and oregano are mostly native to the Mediterranean region, but have been naturalised in many parts of the world. The two names are interchangeable – what we know as wild marjoram (Origanum vulgare) in Britain is known as oregano in Europe, and both names are still used to describe the bought herb and cultivars of the wild plant.
Origanum has strongly scented leaves and bears small white, pink or purple flowers. The leaves are commonly used in Greek and Italian dishes. Plants are easy to grow provided they are given plenty of sunshine and a well-drained soil. The flowers are well-loved by bees.
Origanum vulgare 'Aureum' is known as golden marjoram. It bears golden, scented leaves and clusters of pink flowers in summer.
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Origanum ‘Aureum’ and wildlife
Origanum ‘Aureum’ is known for attracting bees, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Origanum ‘Aureum’ poisonous?
Origanum ‘Aureum’ can be toxic.
Toxic to:
Is known to attract Cats
Cats
Is known to attract Dogs
Dogs
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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