Origanum rotundifolium 'Kent Beauty'

Oregano-Ornamental

Origanum rotundifolium ÔKent BeautyÕ

Photo Credit: Susan Martin

Origanum rotundifolium ÔKent BeautyÕ

Photo Credit: Susan Martin


Origanum rotundifolium 'Kent Beauty'

Oregano-Ornamental

Ornamental chains of green bracts flushed rose pink protect the tiny lavender pink flowers of this decorative herb. It's one people love to reach out and touch, making it great for children's gardens. Silvery green, rounded leaves line the trailing stems. Use as a spiller in containers or trailing plant along ledges.

Plant Details

  • Zone: 6 - 9
  • Height: 8-12"
  • Spread: 12-18"
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: No
  • Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Summer, Midsummer
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades, Silver-Gray Shades
  • Flower Color: Pink Shades
  • Fragrant: Yes
  • Good Cut Flower: Yes
  • Native: Not native to North America
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: No
  • Bee-friendly: No
  • Attracts butterflies: Yes
  • Attracts hummingbirds: No
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Plant Details

  • Zone: 6 - 9
  • Height: 8-12"
  • Spread: 12-18"
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: No
  • Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Summer, Midsummer
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades, Silver-Gray Shades
  • Flower Color: Pink Shades
  • Fragrant: Yes
  • Good Cut Flower: Yes
  • Native: Not native to North America
  • Bee-friendly: No
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: No
  • Attracts butterflies: Yes
  • Attracts hummingbirds: No
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Grower Information

  • PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
  • Optimal Planting Time: Spring
  • Retail Sales Window: Fall, Summer
  • Moisture in Production: Average, Low
  • Requires Shade in Production: No
  • Vernalization Required for Bloom: No
  • Vernalization Beneficial: Yes