Sweet Majoram
Majoram Sweet (Marorana hortensis) - treat as Annual
| Plant Height |
Up to 30cm/12 inches |
| Where to Sow |
Indoors/Outdoors in small pots 7.5cm/3" diameter or directly in the ground in sun or partial shade. |
| Sowing time |
Outdoors - March/April - temperature +16C/61F. Indoors - 6 weeks before the end of frosts |
| How to Sow |
2.5cm/1-inch apart. Press into soil surface |
| After Germination |
Because the seeds are so tiny it is difficult to space individual plants. Transplant clumps of 3 - 6 seedlings every 6 - 8 inches in the open. Thin to 3 clumps of 3-4 plants per pot. |
| Growing on - in Pots |
When 5cm/2-inches transplant 1 clump per 15cm/6 inch pot. Harden off plants raised indoors and finally move outdoors once all danger of frost has passed. |
| Growing on- in ground |
When 5cm/2-inches tall, thin or plant out to one clump 30cm/12-inches 30cm/12 inches apart. |
| Harvesting |
Leaves can be harvested anytime. Cut the leafy stems at flowering for drying. |
| Uses |
Can be used as a substitute for Oregano in most dishes. Also good sprinkled on pizzas and Vegetable dishes. |