Origanum Kent Beauty Plant – Ornamental Cascade Oregano Herb Plug – Well Rooted

Origanum Kent Beauty: The Ornamental Cascade Oregano

The Origanum Kent Beauty, also known as Ornamental Oregano, is a stunning plant celebrated for its long-lasting clusters of exquisite flowers and attractive foliage. Recognized by the Royal Horticultural Society, this award-winning variety is a semi-evergreen, bushy subshrub with gracefully trailing stems densely adorned with small, rounded, silver-veined, blue-green, aromatic leaves. Throughout the summer, it graces gardens with pendulous, papery pink, cream, and pale green, hop-like flowers. Kent Beauty is a true showstopper, perfect for brightening up sunny borders and adding charm to containers, hanging baskets, or window boxes. Its lovely flowers also make it a delightful addition to dried flower arrangements. A hybrid between Origanum rotundifolium and Origanum scabra, Kent Beauty is mainly grown for ornamental purposes and is not typically used for cooking. It’s low-maintenance and resistant to diseases, pests, and deer.

Benefits of Growing Origanum Kent Beauty:

• Aesthetic Appeal: Adds beauty to gardens with its unique flowers and foliage.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for borders, containers, and dried flower arrangements.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care once established.
• Pest and Disease Resistant: Naturally resistant to common garden pests and diseases.
• Drought Tolerant: Can withstand dry conditions once established.

Kent Beauty thrives in sunny areas with good drainage. Once established, it can withstand heat and drought.

Each seedling comes in a small plug-size 1″ X 1″ X 1 1/4” container.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How big will the Origanum Kent Beauty plant get? The plant typically grows to be 6-12 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide, with trailing stems reaching up to 24 inches.
2. What type of soil is best for Origanum Kent Beauty? Well-draining loam soil with a neutral pH is ideal for this plant.
3. How much sunlight does Origanum Kent Beauty need? It thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
4. How often should I water my Origanum Kent Beauty plant? Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering.
5. Is Origanum Kent Beauty safe for pets and children? Yes, it is considered child and pet safe.