Marjoram is a somewhat cold-sensitive perennial herb or undershrub with sweet pine and citrus flavors. In some Middle-Eastern countries, marjoram is synonymous with oregano, and there the names sweet marjoram and knotted marjoram are used to distinguish it from other plants of the genus Origanum.
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Seed
Seed Depth
Soil Temp.
60F
Days To Germination
12 Days
Indoor Sowing
4 weeks before frost
Outdoor Sowing
After last frost
Sowing Instruction
Marjoram prefers a slightly acidic soil to slightly alkaline soil. Good companions include the vegetables from the cabbage family. These include broccoli and brussels sprouts. Marjoram likes hot weather and does not do well in cold weather specially in frost. To keep the moisture in the soil be sure to cover the soil with mulch.
Marjoram can be harvested when the leaves are 4-6 inches tall. You can either pick out individual leaves or snip the entire stem for drying and storage. Marjoram can also be dried and stored in the jar for later use.