Origanum 'Bristol Cross' (Bristol Cross Oregano)
Michael's Opinion
I have planted this Oregano cultivar en masse as ground cover in a commercial setting where it has performed admirably. I will definitely be using it again.
Botanical Information
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Origanum |
| Cultivar | 'Bristol Cross' |
| Category | Perennials |
| Origin | The genus name comes from the Greek word 'oros', meaning mountain and 'ganos', which means joy. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 1a - 6a |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 0a - 5b |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -51 - (-21) |
| Temperature (°F) | -60 - (-5) |
| Height | 20 cm |
| Spread | 30 - 40 cm |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| Notable Specimens | The Gardens of Fanshawe College, London, Ontario, Canada. |