How to prune hot and spicy oregano

Early spring as growth resumes; again after flowering in midsummer. Cut stems back by one-third to one-half with clean scissors, always cutting just above a leaf node leaving green growth on each stem. Do not cut back into bare old wood. After flowering, shear the plant lightly to shape and to stimulate a flush of fresh aromatic foliage.

Twice yearly (spring + post-flower); light harvests as needed. Hot and Spicy Oregano benefits from regular pruning to keep growth compact, aromatic, and productive. Trim back by one-third to one-half in spring as new growth begins, and cut again after flowering to prevent woodiness. Harvest sprigs freely through the season. Without pruning it becomes leggy and the stems turn woody.

Cut stems back by one-third to one-half with clean scissors, always cutting just above a leaf node leaving green growth on each stem. Do not cut back into bare old wood. After flowering, shear the plant lightly to shape and to stimulate a flush of fresh aromatic foliage.