Herbs · Everyday herb

Marjoram

Origanum majorana · also called Sweet marjoram · planet: Mercury

A soft, grey-green, sweetly scented herb, milder and sweeter than its close cousin oregano.

In the garden

Full sun and light, well-drained soil. It is tender, so grow it as an annual or in a pot indoors for the winter.

In the kitchen

Add near the end of cooking to soups, sausages, roast chicken and tomato sauces.

Take care

• Food amounts are fine. Strong medicinal amounts are traditionally avoided in pregnancy.
• The concentrated oil is strong; do not swallow.

Folklore and garden information only, not medical advice. Do not eat or use any plant unless you are certain what it is and that it is safe for you. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, on medicine, or choosing for children or pets.

Where to buy

Dried herb

• Mountain Rose Herbs Organic dried herbs and botanicals.
• Starwest Botanicals Bulk dried herbs, spices and teas.

Seeds

• Botanical Interests Seed packets for herb and flower gardens.
• Burpee Seeds and young plants.
• Park Seed Seeds and live plants. Search for the herb once you are on their site.

Live plants

• Burpee Seeds and young plants.
• Park Seed Seeds and live plants. Search for the herb once you are on their site.

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