Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen' is an ornamental Oregano that produces loads of dark-reddish violet flowers in late summer to early fall. Its deep green leaves take on a red to purplish color as the weather cools. Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen' is very attractive to butterflies and other pollinators. A perennial, it is rhizomatous and semi-woody. It may be pruned back in early summer to reduce its size.
Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen' prefers full sun and is happy in medium to dry soil. This Oregano is both heat and drought tolerant. Good for erosion control.
