Kirigami Oregano

Kirigami Oregano (Origanum 'Kirigami')

Kirigami Oregano (Origanum 'Kirigami') is an ornamental oregano known for its colorful, cascading bracts and aromatic gray-green foliage. Ideal for containers, rock gardens, and hanging baskets, it adds soft color, texture, and pollinator-friendly beauty to sunny spaces.

Distinctive Features

This variety features aromatic foliage and papery bracts that transition from soft pink to lavender as they mature. The blooms attract bees and butterflies, while its trailing form adds graceful movement to containers and borders.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
• Water: Requires moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9.

Ideal Uses

• Containers and Hanging Baskets: Cascades beautifully over edges.
• Rock Gardens: Adds soft color and texture to sunny areas.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
• Wall Plantings: Perfect for softening vertical structures.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency.
• Pruning: Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
• Winter Care: Cut back spent foliage in late fall or early spring.

Why Choose Kirigami Oregano?

• Cascading Pink-Lavender Bracts: Provides soft, flowing color.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies.
• Low Maintenance: Thrives in dry, poor soils with minimal care.
• Versatile Growth: Ideal for containers and wall plantings.

For soft color, cascading form, and pollinator support, Kirigami Oregano (Origanum 'Kirigami') is an excellent choice for containers, hanging baskets, and rock gardens.