Pruning guide
How to prune italian oregano
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Pruning italian oregano — FAQ
When should I prune italian oregano?
When stems reach 20 cm; remove flowers as they appear; cut back in autumn. Snip stems back by half just above a leaf pair throughout the growing season. Remove flower buds as soon as they form. In autumn, cut the whole plant back to 5–8 cm above soil level to refresh the base.
How often does italian oregano need pruning?
Every 4–6 weeks during the growing season; hard cut-back once in autumn. Italian Oregano (a hybrid of sweet marjoram and oregano) is vigorous and must be pruned regularly to keep it bushy and flavourful. Cut back by half when stems reach 20 cm, and remove flower spikes promptly — once it flowers fully the leaves become less aromatic. Hard cut-back in autumn prevents excessive woodiness.
How do you prune italian oregano?
Snip stems back by half just above a leaf pair throughout the growing season. Remove flower buds as soon as they form. In autumn, cut the whole plant back to 5–8 cm above soil level to refresh the base.