How to Grow Marjoram
Provide a suitable growing location., Prepare the soil., Choose to grow seed or seedling., Harvest., Store.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Provide a suitable growing location.
Marjoram likes a full sun aspect. -
Step 2: Prepare the soil.
Light, rich soil is the preferred soil type for marjoram.
It likes slightly alkaline, lime-rich soil.
The area should be mulched after planting because marjoram has shallow roots. , Seed germination is slow, about two weeks.
If you grow from seed, keep the seedbed moist during the entire time of germination.
Once sprouted, you can water less intensively.
If sowing by seed, sow in spring.
Marjoram can be purchased as seedlings from most good nurseries.
It can also be grown from cuttings, layering, or division.
Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer. , Marjoram is best harvested just before the flowers open. , Dry the marjoram; its flavor improves with drying. -
Step 3: Choose to grow seed or seedling.
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Step 4: Harvest.
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Step 5: Store.
Detailed Guide
Marjoram likes a full sun aspect.
Light, rich soil is the preferred soil type for marjoram.
It likes slightly alkaline, lime-rich soil.
The area should be mulched after planting because marjoram has shallow roots. , Seed germination is slow, about two weeks.
If you grow from seed, keep the seedbed moist during the entire time of germination.
Once sprouted, you can water less intensively.
If sowing by seed, sow in spring.
Marjoram can be purchased as seedlings from most good nurseries.
It can also be grown from cuttings, layering, or division.
Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer. , Marjoram is best harvested just before the flowers open. , Dry the marjoram; its flavor improves with drying.
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