Origanum syriacum ‘Cleopatra’ (Syrian Oregano)
Oregano 'Cleopatra', Syrian Oregano 'Cleopatra', Biblical Hyssop 'Cleopatra', Syrian Marjoram 'Cleopatra', Lebanese Oregano 'Cleopatra'
Selected for its uniformity, flavor, aroma, and high yields, award-winning Origanum syriacum ‘Cleopatra’ (Syrian Oregano) is a bushy and compact perennial herb with erect stems densely covered with small, egg-shaped, silvery gray leaves. Unlike Greek and Italian oreganos, Cleopatra has a mild, spicy flavor with a hint of peppermint. Many cooks prefer adding it to their roasted vegetables and savory meat dishes. It works well in a raised bed as well as containers. Dry the leaves harvested from this high-yield plant for use year-round.
- 2015 All-America Selections winner.
- Grows up to 10 in. tall and wide (25 cm).
- Thrives in full sun in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils. Good heat and drought tolerance. Intolerant of high humidity.
- Low maintenance and relatively disease and pest free.
- An excellent choice for cottage gardens, Mediterranean gardens, or containers.
- Cut back old flowering stems in early spring to keep the planting tidy and to induce the growth of new leaves.
- Propagate by seeds in spring, cuttings in summer.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
9 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Herbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Origanum |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid, Late) |
| Height |
8" - 10" (20cm - 30cm) |
| Spread |
8" - 10" (20cm - 30cm) |
| Spacing |
7" - 8" (20cm - 20cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Clay Soil |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
9 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Herbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Origanum |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid, Late) |
| Height |
8" - 10" (20cm - 30cm) |
| Spread |
8" - 10" (20cm - 30cm) |
| Spacing |
7" - 8" (20cm - 20cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Clay Soil |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
