Overview
Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' (v) is a bushy, upright, spreading herbaceous perennial in the genus Origanum, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen, semi-evergreen, deciduous foliage. Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' (v) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, patio and container plants, mediterranean climate plants and wildlife gardens.
About
Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' is a cultivar of the Origanum genus, which comprises herbaceous perennials and sub-shrubs known for their fragrant leaves and clusters of small tubular flowers. This cultivar has a bushy, upright, and spreading habit with evergreen or semi-evergreen foliage. It thrives in full sun on well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, and is hardy in the UK (H6). Suitable for a variety of garden settings including cottage, gravel, and wildlife gardens, it is particularly attractive in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Origanum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' (v) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Upright, Spreading
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Semi-evergreen, Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' (v)
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Basal cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' (v)?
Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' (v) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' (v) need?
Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' (v) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' (v) hardy in the UK?
Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' (v) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' (v)?
Seed, Division, Basal cuttings.
