Oregano Seeds – Purple Butterfly

Purple Butterfly Oregano Seeds offer a striking ornamental variety known for its vibrant purple bracts and rich, aromatic foliage. This hardy, low-maintenance plant is ideal for borders, pollinator gardens, rock gardens, and containers. With its long-lasting blooms and pleasant scent, it attracts bees and butterflies while adding color and texture to any landscape.

These seeds are easy to grow, drought-tolerant once established, and suitable for gardeners of all experience levels. Whether you're enhancing your garden's visual appeal or looking to plant a resilient perennial, this variety delivers dependable results throughout the growing season.

Features

• Unique Purple Butterfly variety known for ornamental purple bracts

• Perennial plant suitable for landscapes, borders, and decorative gardens

• Attracts beneficial pollinators such as bees and butterflies

• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once fully established

• Ideal for container gardening, rock gardens, and groundcover uses

• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Origanum species (Purple Butterfly variety)

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, open-pollinated

• Plant Type: Perennial

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9

  • Zone 4: Late May–June planting

  • Zone 5: Mid–May planting

  • Zone 6: Early–May planting

  • Zone 7: April planting

  • Zone 8–9: March–April planting

• Sowing Method: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or direct sow after frost risk has passed

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Germination Time: 10–20 days

• Mature Height: 8–12 inches

• Bloom Period: Late spring to early fall

• Watering Needs: Moderate, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings

• Best Season for Planting: Spring