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Sweet Marjoram

Marjoram
The most common culinary marjoram, with a sweet, delicate flavor. It is a tender perennial, often grown as an annual in colder climates.

Growing Environment

  • Soil Texture: Sandy Soil

    Large particles, gritty, excellent drainage, poor nutrient retention.

  • pH Range: < 5.0

    Extremely acidic, often found in marshy or waterlogged areas.

  • Organic Matter: Very Low (< 1%)

    Soils with minimal organic matter, typically found in degraded or over-farmed soils.

  • Hardiness Zone: 9A (Min: 20°F, Max: 25°F)
  • Humidity: Very Low

    Dry air, often found in arid regions or during winter months.
    Impact: Can cause stress on plants, leading to wilting, leaf drop, and poor growth. Increased water evaporation.

Nutrient Profile