Amanus oregano (Origanum amanum)

Where to plant

Let’s now see where to plant Amanus oregano (Origanum amanum). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.

Orientation

It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant Amanus oregano in a east facing or south facing garden.

Garden style

It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Origanum amanum can work very well in gardens of different styles:

• City & Courtyard Gardens – usually small gardens, these gardens need smart designs to work well as they have to allow areas to relax, play and entertain;
• Coastal gardens – are gardens along the coast, typically very exposed to sun and wind;
• Mediterranean Gardens – can be formal or informal, and are inspired by the vegetation and materials of the hot, dry climates of the Mediterranean region;
• Patios, balconies and containers – gardens confined to the space next to buildings where the cultivation is done in pots and containers;
• Rock and gravel gardens – are gardens that feature extensive use of rocks and stones and include plants native to rocky or alpine environments;
• Wildlife gardens – natural gardens that feature plants that attract native wildlife such as birds, pollinating insects and small mammals;