{"product_id":"herb-oregano-1000-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Herb Oregano 1000 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003eHerb Oregano\u003c\/strong\u003e brings warm, peppery flavor to sauces, roasted vegetables and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. This packet contains 1,000 non-GMO, heirloom seeds for growing aromatic foliage you can harvest fresh or dry for later use. Grow it in a sunny garden bed or a well-drained container, then snip a few sprigs when dinner needs a fragrant finishing touch. Oregano is a perennial herb where local winter conditions permit; survival and growth depend on climate and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 5\/26. OSI.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSauces and pizza:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add harvested oregano leaves to tomato sauces, pizza toppings and pasta dishes for warm herbal flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted vegetables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chop fresh leaves for potatoes and other roasted vegetables, adding some near the end for a fresh aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerb blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine dried leaves with other culinary herbs for homemade seasonings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh or dried:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strip leaves from tough stems before using. Dry clean sprigs in a well-ventilated location and store fully dried leaves in an airtight container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMedicinal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOregano has a history of use in traditional herbal preparations. Traditional use does not establish that oregano treats or prevents illness. This product is sold as planting seed, not as medicine. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using herbs medicinally; concentrated oregano oils are not equivalent to culinary leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGrowing Directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow indoors in a fine seed-starting mix before your intended outdoor planting date. Press the small seeds gently onto the surface and cover only very lightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the surface evenly moist during germination without waterlogging it. Handle tiny seedlings gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransplanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harden off seedlings gradually and transplant after frost danger has passed. Space approximately 8 to 12 inches apart, adjusting for mature growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun and drainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose full sun and well-drained soil. Containers should have drainage holes; avoid consistently wet roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater and fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water young plants regularly, then allow the soil surface to dry between waterings. Feed sparingly according to a soil test or fertilizer label rather than encouraging excessive soft growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snip stems regularly once plants are established, leaving enough foliage for continued growth. Harvest before flowering when you want leaves for culinary use; leave some flowers for visiting pollinators if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult local growing guidance for overwintering. Container roots may need more protection than plants in the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions, usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOrder Oregano Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrow fresh oregano for your kitchen with 1,000 seeds from David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eImportant Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds in this packet are for planting, not direct consumption. Culinary uses refer to harvested leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing results:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germination, growth and winter survival vary with soil, weather and care. Follow local seasonal planting guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store seeds in a cool, dry, dark place protected from heat and moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHealth information:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional-use information is educational and is not medical advice or a claim that this product treats disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLemon-Garlic Oregano Roasted Potatoes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse fresh oregano leaves harvested from your plants, not the planting seeds in this packet. Serves 4. Prep time: 15 minutes. Cooking time: 35 to 45 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 pounds Yukon Gold or other roasting potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 tablespoons olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped, divided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 garlic cloves, minced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 teaspoon black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh oregano sprigs and lemon wedges, optional, for serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat the oven to 425°F. Wash the potatoes and rinse the harvested oregano under running water. Dry both well, then strip oregano leaves from the stems and chop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper and 1 tablespoon chopped oregano. Spread in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet, leaving space between pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast for 25 minutes, turning once halfway through. Add minced garlic, toss gently, and roast for another 10 to 20 minutes until the potatoes are golden and tender when pierced with a fork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfer to a serving bowl. Toss with lemon zest, lemon juice and the remaining tablespoon of fresh oregano.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe warm, with fresh oregano sprigs and lemon wedges if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOptions and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDried oregano option:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replace the fresh oregano with 2 teaspoons dried oregano, added before roasting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing idea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with roasted vegetables, grilled chicken or a fresh green salad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours, or within 1 hour when temperatures exceed 90°F. Use within 3 to 4 days and reheat to 165°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.growingadoomsdaygarden.com\/growing-a-doomsday-garden.html\" style=\"color: #0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing a Doomsday Garden by David Schulze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David's Garden Seeds®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40053621260452,"sku":"0356WILL k122","price":1.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4659\/7796\/files\/herb-oregano-cutting-board.png?v=1791289366","url":"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/products\/herb-oregano-1000-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","provider":"David's Garden Seeds®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}