HERB: SWEET MARJORAM

(ORIGANUM MARJORANA)

The fragrance is divine and attractive to beneficial insects. As a companion plant it improves the growth of all around it.

One of the easiest to grow herbs.

Used similarly to oregano; for the best flavour harvest before it flowers.

Culinary uses and makes a relaxing tea.

A perennial in warmer climates, it can be grown in pots and bought inside to overwinter in cooler climates.

Frost tender

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: JAN, FEB, MAR, OCT, NOV, DEC

Temperate: JAN, MAR, APR, SEP, OCT, NOV

Sub – Tropical: MAR – NOV

Tropical: JAN, MAR, APR, AUG, SEP, OCT, NOV

Arid: JAN, FEB, SEP, OCT, NOV

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6.7 – 7.3

Rich, well-drained and loose soil.

GROWING TIPS

seed germinates within.14 – 21 days.

The fine seed is scattered on the surface of the growing medium and lightly watered in.

To keep them moist it can help to bag up the tray and leave in a warm but not hot spot.

DAYS TO HARVEST

60 Days

APPROX 700 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATED SEED 100% TASMANIAN GROWN

GROWN ORGANICALLY