ORNAMENTAL OREGANO 'KENT BEAUTY': Plant Profile & Easy Care (Origanum 'Kent Beauty')

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Looking for a low-maintenance plant with a stunning floral display? Look no further than the Ornamental Oregano 'Kent Beauty'! This fragrant delight boasts beautiful pink flowers and aromatic foliage, adding a touch of elegance and a pollinator haven to your garden. Discover the secrets to keeping your 'Kent Beauty' thriving in this short guide. We'll cover planting tips, watering requirements, and simple care routines to ensure a season of vibrant blooms!

Latin name: Origanum 'Kent Beauty'
Common name: Ornamental Oregano 'Kent Beauty'
Type: Perennial herb
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Days to Germination: Not applicable; typically propagated from cuttings or divisions
Seed Depth: Not applicable
Frost tolerant: Yes, hardy in suitable zones
Days to Maturity: Takes a few months to establish from cuttings or divisions
Life Cycle: Perennial
Pollinator Attractant: Attracts bees and butterflies
Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
Watering: Moderate watering; allow the soil to dry out between waterings
Mature Size: 6-12 inches (15-30 centimeters) tall, 12-18 inches (30-45 centimeters) wide
Spacing: Plant 12-18 inches (30-45 centimeters) apart
Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
Flower Color: Pink to mauve bracts with small, tubular flowers
Foliage: Grey-green, rounded leaves with a trailing habit
Uses: Ornamental plant, container gardening, ground cover, rock gardens
Special Features: Attractive bracts, trailing habit, drought tolerant once established
Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 5-9
Note: Ornamental Oregano 'Kent Beauty' is prized for its unique and decorative bracts that resemble hops, adding an ornamental touch to gardens and containers. This drought-tolerant plant is perfect for rock gardens, borders, and hanging baskets. It prefers well-draining soil and moderate watering, thriving in full sun to partial shade. Regular deadheading of spent blooms can promote continuous flowering and maintain its neat appearance. This ornamental oregano also attracts pollinators, making it a beneficial addition to any garden space.

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