How to grow Marjoram at home: easy guide

Growing Marjoram or any other herb like marjoram in your garden is very good for the environment around you. It cleans the air around you, which keeps you free from many diseases. Clean air protects us from many health diseases. Growing these plants is quite safe. You have to keep some things in mind while growing it. Let us know how to grow it properly in the garden.
Marjoram: scientific name, family, habit and habitat
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Quick Facts of Marjoram

Scientific nameOriganum majorana
Synonyms Marjorana hortensis
Family Lamiaceae
Common nameMarjorana
HabitPerennial Herb
Sunlightprefer full sun sunlight
Plant part useLeaves and Flowering tops
Habitat Native to the Mediterranean region, Cultivated widely in temperate climate
Plant heightGrows up to 30-60 cm tall
Cultivation commonly cultivated
SoilWell-drained soil

Marjoram growing guide step by-step

When growing marjoram, remember that it needs 6 to 8 hours of sunlight every day to grow, so choose a spot in your home that receives full sunlight.
How to grow Marjoram at home: easy guide
The soil should be well-drained, with a pH between 6.5 and 7.5.
 
You can sow marjoram either as seeds or plants. You can buy them from a nursery.
How to grow Marjoram at home: easy guide
Sow the seeds 1/4 inch deep in the soil in early summer and keep the soil moist until the plant emerges from the soil.
How to grow Marjoram at home: easy guide
When the plant starts growing slowly, water it daily but do not let it get waterlogged.
 
Marjoram plants do not require much fertilizer. It would be right to add a balanced amount of fertilizer once or twice during the growing season.
How to grow Marjoram at home: easy guide

When the plants grow a little, prune them. Their leaves and stems can be cut dried and used.

Protect the plants from pests. Excess moisture can cause mold, so protect it from excess moisture.
Marjoram is safe to grow at home. It is not toxic but keep it away from children and animals so that they do not consume it in large quantities. Wash its leaves thoroughly before using it to remove all dirt from it.

Remember, before starting any new wellness regimen, it’s always best to consult with a healthcare professional to ensure it is suitable for your specific needs and circumstances.

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