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Purple Ruffles Oregano — Herbs

60-70days to harvest

14-21days to germinate

Z4–9USDA zones

Easydifficulty

Container friendly

Sowing

Start from divisions or cuttings in spring. Seeds may not come true to type. Plant after last frost.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun (6-8 hours)
Water: 0.5-1 inch per week, drought tolerant
Soil: Well-draining, slightly alkaline soil, tolerates poor soils
Soil pH: 6.5-8.0
Spacing: 8-12 inches
Season: Cool/warm season perennial

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Deep purple-burgundy leaves with pink-purple flowers
Size: 0.5-1 inch ruffled leaves
Shape: Small, crinkled, ruffled oval leaves
Flavour: Classic oregano flavor with slightly milder intensity than common oregano

In the kitchen

Italian dishes, pizza, pasta sauces, marinades, decorative garnish, herbal vinegars

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Aphids, spider mites, occasional thrips
Diseases: Root rot in wet conditions, powdery mildew, leaf spot
Resistance: Good disease resistance, occasional fungal issues in humid conditions

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
4	March – April	June – July	—	July – October
5	March – April	May – June	—	June – October
6	March – April	May – June	—	June – November
7	February – March	April – June	—	June – November
8	February – March	April – May	—	May – December
9	January – February	March – April	—	April – December

Companion planting

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

TomatoesOregano repels tomato hornworms and aphids while enhancing tomato flavor

PeppersOregano deters aphids and spider mites that commonly attack pepper plants

EggplantOregano repels flea beetles and other pests that damage eggplant foliage

BasilBoth herbs complement each other and create a pest-repelling aromatic barrier

ThymeSimilar growing requirements and both repel cabbage worms and other garden pests

RosemaryBoth Mediterranean herbs share water and soil preferences while deterring various insects

CabbageOregano repels cabbage moths, cabbage worms, and other brassica pests

BeansOregano deters bean beetles and aphids while beans fix nitrogen for oregano

Avoid

CucumberOregano's strong oils may inhibit cucumber growth and affect fruit development

SageBoth are strong-scented Mediterranean herbs that may compete and inhibit each other's growth

MintMint's aggressive spreading nature can overwhelm oregano and compete for nutrients

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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Where to buy seed and equipment

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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.

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

Grown Purple Ruffles Oregano?

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