Marjoram Compact - 1 Plant - Garden Kitchen Herb for Cooking Planters Pot

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Compact Marjoram is a dwarf variety of oregano cultivated primarily for its neat, mound-forming habit and aromatic, savoury foliage. The small, dark green leaves possess a milder, sweeter flavour than wild oregano, which is released when the leaves are crushed or dried. It is traditionally used in Italian and Greek cuisine, perfect for sprinkling over pizzas, tomato sauces, and grilled vegetables, where it adds a classic Mediterranean taste without overpowering other ingredients. This plant is typically grown as a hardy, low-growing edging plant or a tidy specimen for rock gardens and containers, where it rarely exceeds 15-20cm in height. It is tough and generally frost-tolerant, though it dislikes wet feet in winter. For the best results and densest growth, plant it in a location with full sun. It is highly drought-tolerant once established and demands poor, free-draining soil, making it an excellent choice for gravel gardens and dry stone walls. Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.