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Cuban Oregano — Herbs | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Cuban Oregano
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

60-90days to harvest

14-21days to germinate

Z9–11USDA zones

Very Easydifficulty

Container friendly

Sowing

Best grown from cuttings or transplants. Root cuttings in water easily. Plant after all danger of frost passes.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
Water: Low to moderate, drought tolerant
Soil: Well-drained soil, tolerates poor conditions
Soil pH: 6.0-7.5
Spacing: 12-18 inches
Height: 12-18 inches
Season: Warm season

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Thick green leaves with pale edges, small white or pale purple flowers
Size: Rounded succulent leaves 1-3 inches across
Shape: Low-growing succulent with thick, fuzzy, scalloped leaves
Flavour: Intense oregano-thyme flavor with camphor and mint notes

In the kitchen

Caribbean jerk seasoning, Mexican salsas, Indian chutneys, meat marinades, bean dishes

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Scale insects, mealybugs, spider mites indoors
Diseases: Root rot in waterlogged conditions, otherwise very hardy
Resistance: Excellent disease resistance due to succulent nature

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
9	January – February	March – April	—	April – December
10	January	February – April	—	April – December
11	January	January – March	—	March – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

TomatoesCuban oregano repels tomato hornworms and other pests while improving tomato flavor

PeppersStrong scent deters aphids, spider mites, and other pests that commonly attack peppers

BasilBoth herbs have similar growing requirements and together create a powerful pest-repelling barrier

RosemaryComplementary aromatic herbs that deter cabbage moths, carrot flies, and bean beetles

MarigoldsBoth repel nematodes and whiteflies, creating synergistic pest control

LettuceCuban oregano provides natural shade and pest protection for cool-season greens

BeansOregano repels bean beetles and Mexican bean beetles while beans fix nitrogen

CarrotsCuban oregano deters carrot rust flies and improves soil aeration around carrot roots

Avoid

Black WalnutProduces juglone toxin that inhibits growth and can kill Cuban oregano plants

MintBoth are aggressive spreaders that compete heavily for space and nutrients

CucumberCuban oregano's strong oils can inhibit cucumber growth and reduce fruit production

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 265
Protein (g): 9
Fat (g): 4.28
Carbohydrate (g): 68.9
Fibre (g): 42.5
Sugars (g): 4.09
Vitamin A (µg): 85
Vitamin C (mg): 2.3
Vitamin E (mg): 18.3
Vitamin K (µg): 622
Vitamin B6 (mg): 1.04
Folate (µg): 237
Calcium (mg): 1600
Iron (mg): 36.8
Magnesium (mg): 270
Phosphorus (mg): 148
Potassium (mg): 1260
Zinc (mg): 2.69
Selenium (µg): 4.5

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the herbs growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Cuban Oregano

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

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