Name: Sweet Marjoram

Botanical Name: Origanum majorana

Zone: 6-11

Exposure: Full sun

Soil: well drained

Bloom Time and Color: Pink, white blooms in late spring to late summer.

Description: Sweet Marjoram is a tender perennial that many people overlook, assuming it is much the same as oregano. Marjoram, however, is sweet, spicy and deserves it's own place in your herb garden. Sweet Marjoram grows about 12 inches tall and is mostly grown as an annual. Marjoram grows well in containers and inside as a kitchen herb. Attractive to bees, butterflies and birds.

Harvesting: The flowers can be harvested for salads. Use fresh of course, or dry in a dark, warm place for about a week. Sweet marjoram is suitable for all meats, fish and poultry. Use it in egg dishes, soups, stews, potatoes, squash, marinades and in salads.