🌿 How to Grow Oregano from Seeds
Common Names:

• Hindi: अजवायन के पत्ते (Ajwain ke Patte) / ओरिगेनो

• Tamil: ஓரிகானோ இலை

• Telugu: ఒరెగానో ఆకులు

• Malayalam: ഓറെഗാനോ ഇലകൾ

• Kannada: ಒರೆಗಾನೊ ಎಲೆಗಳು

• English: Oregano

• Botanical name: Origanum vulgare

1. Choose the Right Season

• Warm-season perennial herb

• Best time to sow:

  • October to March in India

  • Spring to early summer in cooler regions

• Ideal temperature: 20°C to 30°C

• Can tolerate some heat and light frost

2. Prepare the Soil

• Soil Type: Light, well-draining sandy or loamy soil

• pH Level: Neutral to slightly alkaline (6.5–7.5)

• Mix compost or sand to improve drainage

• Avoid rich or overly wet soils — oregano prefers lean soil

3. Sow the Seeds

• Depth: Surface sow — press lightly into soil without covering

• Spacing:

  • Garden: 8–10 inches between plants, 12 inches between rows

  • Containers: Use 8–10 inch wide pots, sprinkle seeds thinly

• Mist gently after sowing

• Seeds are tiny — need light to germinate

4. Watering

• Mist lightly and frequently until germination

• Once established, water once or twice a week

• Allow topsoil to dry between waterings

• Oregano is drought-tolerant when mature

5. Germination

• Germinates in 7–14 days

• Needs warmth and light — do not cover seeds with soil

• Thin seedlings after 3 weeks to encourage strong growth

6. Sunlight & Temperature

• Needs 6–8 hours of full sun daily

• Grows well in warm, dry climates

• Can tolerate partial shade, but flavor is stronger in full sun

7. Fertilization

• Minimal fertilization needed

• Use compost once a month or slow-release organic feed

• Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers — reduces flavor intensity

8. Pest Control

• Common pests: Aphids, spider mites, root rot

• Ensure good air circulation and avoid overwatering

• Spray neem oil + soap every 15 days if needed

• Oregano is naturally pest-resistant

9. Harvesting

• Ready to harvest in 60–75 days

• Snip stems as needed — start when plant reaches 4–6 inches

• Best harvested before flowering

• Cut back regularly to promote new growth

10. Regrow Tip

• Grows well from stem cuttings (4–5 inches long)

• Can be divided and replanted from mature plants

• To collect seeds: allow flowering, dry seed heads, and store seeds

• Oregano is a perennial — comes back every year in mild climates

🥗 Health Benefits of Oregano

• High in antioxidants and antibacterial compounds

• Supports immune health and fights infections

• Aids digestion and relieves bloating

• Used traditionally for respiratory and cold relief