Marjoram
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A member of the Mint family, Marjoram was scattered throughout medieval households as an air freshener when bathing was but an annual event. A Greek symbol of wedded bliss, Marjoram was also grown on graves in the believe that it would imbue the deceased’s spirit with eternal peace and happiness. Today, it is a revered spice in prepared blends such as bouquet garni and fines herbes, and said to be high in antioxidants when consumed fresh. It is prominently used in North African, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. Its oil is used for soothing bath tinctures and massage. Several weeks prior to the last spring frost date, seed Marjoram sparingly in a fine seed starter mix. When the spindly seedlings grow 2” tall, transplant them outdoors, planting three or four together in clumps at 6” intervals. Later, thin down to the strongest plant in each clump.
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#6180 Marcelka Marjoram
Marcelka Marjoram
Popular in French and Italian cuisines, Marcelka has small, gray-green leaves that taste like oregano with a hint of pine. It is marvelous paired with chicken, pork and vegetables. We particularly love it in mushroom dishes and fragrant tomato sauce. Annual. Height: 10” to 12”. (OP.)
Average seed life: 1 year
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Packet of 2000 Seeds / $2.95
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#6182 Zaatar Syrian Marjoram
A wild cousin of Mediterranean oregano, it has a complex, aromatic taste that reminds us simultaneously of intense thyme and oregano. Easy to grow with much the same growing habit as Marcelka, its gray-green leaves are a bit fuzzy in texture. Its heady fragrance will transport you to Arabian bazaars filled with warm savory breads and tantalizing tangines. Tender perennial. Height: 12” to 24”. (OP.)
Average seed life: 1 year
Packet of 100 Seeds / $3.35
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