Golden Marjoram – Aromatic Golden-Leaved Herb

Golden Marjoram (Origanum vulgare 'Aureum') forms low, bright mounds of soft golden-yellow leaves with a warm, sweet marjoram scent and flavour. Supplied as a healthy plant in a 9cm pot, it lights up herb beds, path edges, rockeries and patio pots.

Product Highlights

• Glowing golden foliage that brightens any sunny spot
• Warm, mild marjoram flavour for pasta, roasted vegetables, soups and teas
• Pink summer flowers loved by bees and butterflies
• Hardy, drought-tolerant perennial
• Low and compact (around 20–30cm) – ideal for edging and between paving

At a Glance

• Botanical name: Origanum vulgare 'Aureum'
• Also known as: Golden Oregano
• Height: 20–30cm
• Spread: 30–45cm
• Position: Full sun to light shade
• Soil: Free-draining, poor to average
• Flowers: Pink, July to September
• Hardiness: Fully hardy perennial in the UK
• Pot size: 9cm

What You Receive

• 1 healthy, established Golden Marjoram plant (Origanum vulgare 'Aureum') in a 9cm pot
• Grown and packed with care in the UK

Why You'll Love It

• Ornamental and edible in one plant
• Thrives on sun, good drainage and very little attention
• Pairs beautifully with thymes, sage and rosemary

Frequently Asked Questions

Is golden marjoram the same as golden oregano?
Yes. Origanum vulgare 'Aureum' is sold under both names. It is a golden-leaved form of wild marjoram, with a milder, sweeter flavour than Greek oregano.

Can you eat golden marjoram?
Yes. The leaves can be used fresh or dried in pasta sauces, stuffings, soups, roasted vegetables and herbal teas.

Where should I plant golden marjoram?
Plant it in a sunny, free-draining spot such as a herb bed, rockery, path edge, patio pot or planting pocket in paving. In very hot, dry summers the leaves can scorch, so water young plants in their first summer.

Is golden marjoram hardy in the UK?
Yes. It is a fully hardy perennial that may die back a little in winter and regrows strongly in spring.

How do I look after golden marjoram?
Water until established, then only in long dry spells. Trim lightly after flowering to keep it compact and encourage fresh golden growth.

Folklore & Fascinating Facts

• The Greeks believed marjoram was created by Aphrodite as a symbol of happiness.
• Bridal couples in ancient Greece and Rome were crowned with marjoram garlands.
• In Tudor England marjoram was a favourite strewing herb, scattered on floors for its sweet scent.