| Common Name | Sweet Marjoram |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Origanum |
| Species | Majorana |
| Origin | Mediterranean Region |
| Blooming | Small tubular flowers in summer to autumn, often fragrant. |
| Leaf Color | Gray-green / Silver |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Well-draining sandy loam or cactus mix with good aeration, pH neutral to slightly alkaline.
Allow soil surface to dry completely between waterings; sensitive to root rot from overwatering or poor drainage.
Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and oil production; tolerate partial shade but may become leggy indoors.
Low nutrient requirements; apply diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during active growing season (spring to summer).
Prune regularly to encourage bushy growth and prevent flowering if harvesting foliage; harvest leaves before blooming for best flavor.
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