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OREGANO, CRETAN
Origanum onites Perennial Height: 18"-24" Light: Sun to Part Shade Soil: Well Drained Soil Color: Pink Symbolism: Joy |
Category: Perennial Culinary Fragrance |
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This is also known as "Pot Marjoram", or in Crete it is known as "Rigani". This is included in bouquet garni and rubbed on to roasting meat, blended with peppers and garlic, and used with tomatoes, cheese, eggs, and fish. Stems laid across barbecue charcoal add a faint flavor to food. | |