Oregano is one of the most popular spices in the world due to its aroma and health benefits, being common to add it in culinary preparations. Although dried leaves are the most used in the kitchen, fresh oregano is also widely used.
For those who like to have this plant always available, it is natural to want to plant it in their own home. So today we are going to teach you how to how to grow oregano. Check out!
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Step by step to plant oregano
Oregano reaches a maximum height of 80 centimeters and is simple to grow, but requires some specific care, similarly to other vegetables. Follow the step by step to grow it at home!
- Ground
Although oregano adapts well to any type of soil, the preference is for it to be fertile and have good drainage. So, fertilize the land before planting and opt for calcareous soil.
- Irrigation
The land where the oregano is planted must be constantly moist, but not soggy. This is because the lack or excess of water harm the development of the plant.
- exposure to sunlight
Direct sunlight is essential to favor the intensity of the aroma of oregano leaves. Thus, leave the plant exposed to the sun for at least four hours daily.
- Planting
There are three ways to plant oregano, either by seeds, cuttings (branch of the mother plant) or by dividing clumps (part of the root of the mother plant). Among these, seed planting takes the longest to develop.
- Harvest
When the plant reaches at least 20 centimeters in height, you can start harvesting, but there are some tips for not making a mistake at this time. The first is to remove the leaves when the flowers start to appear, as they become tastier. It is noteworthy that the flowers are also used as a spice.
You can use the fresh leaves, but the dried ones have a more intense flavor and aroma. So, just remove them from the plant, put them in a container to dry and store in a dark, dry and airy place.
