Oregano is hands-down one of my favorite herbs to grow. This delicious herb is perfect for beginner gardeners because it’s such an easy keeper! If you’re looking for a hands-off herb that’s as pretty as it is tasty, keep reading.

Why Grow Oregano?

Oregano is not only a delicious herb but also beautiful in the garden and on the plate. It’s delicate, attractive stems make a lovely garnish on practically any dish and a few oregano sprigs makes everything taste fresh. Oregano also makes a beautiful edible border for the garden.

In my opinion, the #1 reason to grow oregano is that it’s a perennial, meaning you plant oregano once and you’ll have the herb forever, unlike my beloved basil, which I have to plant every year.

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Where to Grow Oregano

I grow Greek oregano in my little raised bed herb garden along with rosemary, sage, chives, parsley, and thyme. You can also grow oregano in pots on a patio or in a garden bed if you prefer, but it thrives in the ground. Wherever you grow oregano, make sure it has at least six hours of full sun, good soil, and good drainage.

How to Grow Oregano

Oregano is a self-sufficient queen, hardy in zones 5-10. Once she’s established, you basically have to do nothing. You heard me! Make sure it gets at least six hours of sunlight per day; it won’t survive in the shade. Water once a week and that’s it! No pruning, trimming, fussing.

How Hardy is Oregano?

Oregano is extremely hardy! Gardening here in Texas is not for the faint of heart and oregano takes every weather change in stride. My oregano survived snowpocalypse and extreme drought conditions. If you want an herb that’ll last for years, oregano is your girl.

How to Use Oregano

I couldn’t love oregano more! It adds so much fresh Mediterranean flavor to any dish. A few of my favorite oregano recipes: Greek Baked Chicken, Feta Cheese Sauce, Loaded Hummus Wreath, Greek Chicken Orzo Bowls, Spinach Pie, Herbed Cheese Ball, Dolmades, and Mediterranean Pasta Salad.