Origanum vulgare (Wild Marjoram) seeds

Attract butterflies to your garden with this pretty native wildflower.  Wild Marjoram is an aromatic perennial flowering from July to September.  The densely packed flowerheads start as a mass of dark purple buds which slowly unfold into dainty pale pink flowers. A beautiful addition to any garden border, wildflower meadow, patch or even just grow a potful - every bit helps to restore nature's balance!   

Hardy Perennial
Flowers: July to September
Height: 60cm, Spread: 80cm
Position: Sun in well drained soil

Packet of 200 seeds

RHS Plants for Pollinators. 

The RHS Plants for Pollinators mark is only given to plants that support pollinating insects. Find out more at rhs.org.uk/plantsforpollinators

GROWING GUIDE

When to Sow: Sow March to June, or August to September outdoors in flowering position.

Sowing: Scatter the seed on well raked soil, rake in lightly and water.  If sowing in rows, leave 20cm between rows. Germination varies with the time of year and conditions, but generally takes from 7-30 days.

Growing: When the seedlings are large enough to handle, thin to 15cm apart.  To prolong flowering and prevent self seeding, remove the seedheads just as the petals start to fall.  Otherwise, when flowering has finished in autumn, remove the dead plants, shake well to scatter the seed and rake the area lightly.