Marjoram is oregano's sweeter, gentler cousin — a tender Mediterranean perennial with a delicate, floral flavour. It loves the sun and sharp drainage of a raised-bed edge.
Quick facts
- Position: full sun
- Spacing: 25–30 cm apart
- Tub depth: our 23 cm+ depth; good drainage
- Time to harvest: 8–10 weeks
When to plant: Marjoram is a tender perennial, often grown as an annual in cold areas — plant in spring after frost. Our free planting calendar shows the right months for your postcode.
Growing it in a raised bed: Plant into free-draining mix in full sun and go easy on feeding for the best flavour. Trim regularly to keep it compact and productive.
Watering and feeding: Water sparingly once established — it prefers dry to wet.
Common pests: keep an eye out for aphids — though most herbs are pleasingly pest-resistant. See our safe pest guide.
Common problems: the main one to watch is powdery mildew, usually from damp, crowded conditions. Good airflow and morning watering prevent most.
Companion plants: A good companion around the garden, and its flowers draw in bees and hoverflies. See our companion planting guide.
Harvest and storage: Pick sprigs as needed; the flavour is finest just before flowering. Dries well.
More growing guides: oregano, thyme and sage.
Plan your patch: our free planting calendar shows what to plant now where you live. Ready to grow? Browse our raised garden beds or build your own with the garden bed builder.
Image: Schlaghecken Josef, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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