Origanum 'Barbara Tingey'

Common name(s): ornamental oregano

Description: perennial; a hybrid of O. rotundifolium and an unknown species that boasts delicately veined foliage and large flower bracts with tiny pink flowers in summer. A tidier growth habit than the popular O. 'Kent Beauty' and arguably much prettier. 

Height: to 8 in. Spread: to 1 ft.

Position: full sun and lean, well-draining soil

Uses: ornamental, containers, to attract pollinators

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 4 months of summer drought