Overwintering guide
How to overwinter golden oregano
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills golden oregano in winter
Cutting golden oregano hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
More golden oregano care
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- Overwintering golden oregano — our other guide for the same plant
- Full golden oregano care guide
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- How often to water golden oregano
- How to prune golden oregano
- Common golden oregano problems & fixes
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Overwintering golden oregano — FAQ
Does golden oregano need to come indoors for winter?
Golden Oregano is hardy to roughly USDA zone 5 — winter lows around -29°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Golden Oregano is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move golden oregano for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water golden oregano in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills golden oregano over winter?
Cutting golden oregano hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.