Few people know that such a common seasoning, like garden marjoram, is otherwise called oregano. This plant is very popular among
spicy herb lovers
. It can be grown on the garden plot without much difficulty, and it will delight you with its pleasant aroma.
Marjoram, growing from seeds of which is carried out directly in the soil, has a low germination capacity. This is a thermophilic plant with an optimum germination temperature of 20-30 degrees.
It is worth telling a little more about the reproduction of such a wonderful plant as marjoram. Growing from seeds occurs in early spring, when the air temperature reaches 20-25 degrees.
Typically, this weather is in mid-April - early May. On seedling beds under
covering film is sown marjoram. Growing from the seeds of this plant does not require special care, and after a few weeks it will be possible to observe young sprouts. When they grow up a little, oregano is planted in a specially designated place for it. They withstand a distance between bushes of 20 cm. She loves sunny places or weakly shaded areas and will look good on
alpine slides and small flower beds.
You can propagate oregano in a vegetative way: for this you need to dig out part of the plant and transplant it to a new place. Undoubtedly, it will take root much faster, and a new pride will appear in your garden - marjoram. Growing from seeds is inferior to vegetative propagation, so for impatient gardeners it is better to use the latter method.
Oregano will not be against regular feeding, although it will be quite free to do without them if planted on fertile soil after vegetable crops.
Plant care is carried out by timely weed control, watering and loosening of the soil.
Fresh oregano is used in salads, meat and fish dishes, as well as in canning.
Harvesting occurs during flowering, when the plant contains the maximum amount of essential oils. Brooms are made from marjoram, which are then dried in a warm, unventilated room.
Dried marjoram is added to tea: on winter evenings it is especially tasty, and the fragrant aroma will remind you of summer days. Such a drink is very good for headaches: it will relieve fatigue and improve your sleep.
To get rid of bleeding and inflammation of the gums, try rinsing your mouth with infusion of oregano. It has wound healing anti-inflammatory properties.
For cosmetic purposes, the plant is used as lotions in the treatment of acne, and infusions of leaves will help narrow pores and cleanse your skin better than any lotion.
Marjoram essential oil is added to enrich creams and shampoos - it perfectly nourishes, cleanses and softens the skin, treats bruises and corns, and also fights cellulite.
How could you think that you are growing not only fragrant seasoning, but also a panacea for many diseases in your garden? Discover the various uses of oregano on the farm!