Oregano: Origanum vulgare prismaticum

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Italian Oregano belongs in every kitchen garden. Its round, soft, green leaves can be used either fresh or dried. The plants are vigorous, and once established, will slowly carpet an area with foliage. In midsummer, they produce greenish red flower stalks that are particularly attractive to bees and other pollinators. Historically, oregano has had healing uses in areas such as: digestion, antiseptic, respiration, and menstruation. Gardeners in northern zones should keep the tender perennials and desirable annual herbs indoors during the cold months.