Origanum rotundifolium

Common name(s): ornamental oregano, round-leaf oregano

Description: perennial; a species native to Turkey, Georgia, and Armenia that is rather rare in cultivation. Low-growing and cascading with eloquently veined aromatic foliage and large, pale chartreuse, bracts with tiny pink flowers in summer. Gorgeous on a natural slope or cascading over a wall.

Height: to 6 in. Spread: to 18 in.

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

Distribution: NE Turkey, Georgia, Armenia