Growing Marjoram
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Below are general guidelines for growing marjoram including plant height to
enable you to plan exactly where to place them when growing amongst other
plants.
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Plant Height |
Up to 30cm/12 inches |
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Where to Sow |
Indoors/Outdoors in small pots 7.5cm/3" diameter or directly in the
ground in sun or partial shade.
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Sowing time |
Outdoors - March/April - temperature +16C/61F.
Indoors - 6 weeks before the end of frosts
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How to Sow |
2.5cm/1-inch apart. Press into soil surface
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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.
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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. |
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Growing on-
in open ground |
When 5cm/2-inches tall, thin or plant out to one clump
30cm/12-inches 30cm/12 inches apart. |
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Harvesting |
Leaves can be harvested anytime. Cut the leafy stems at flowering
for drying. |
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Uses |
Can be used as a substitute for Oregano in most dishes. Also good
sprinkled on pizzas and Vegetable dishes |
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