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Oregano - Cuban, Variegated (Plectranthus amboinicus) 4"

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Oregano - Cuban, Variegated (Plectranthus amboinicus) 4"
Product Details

🌿 Variegated Cuban Oregano (Plectranthus amboinicus) – Culinary & Ornamental Treasure 🌿

A feast for the eyes and the kitchen! This trailing, aromatic herb with striking green-and-white leaves is as flavorful as it is beautiful. Perfect for gardeners, foodies, and anyone seeking a touch of tropical elegance.


🌿 Quick Facts

Category Details
Botanical Name Plectranthus amboinicus (Variegated Form)
Plant Type Perennial Herb
Size at Sale 4” pot
Mature Height & Width 1–3 ft tall, spreading 2–4 ft wide
USDA Zones 9–11 (grown as annual outside)
Sun Requirements Full sun to partial shade
Cold Hardiness Sensitive below 40°F; frost-tender
Growth Habit Trailing, spreading, semi-succulent
Spacing Requirements 2–3 ft apart when used as ground cover

🍃 Flavor & Use Details

  • Flavor Profile: Strong, savory, earthy taste with notes of oregano, thyme, and mint.
  • Texture: Thick, fleshy, slightly fuzzy leaves.
  • Culinary Applications:
    • Use as a substitute for oregano or thyme in soups, curries, and stews.
    • Popular in Caribbean, African, and Indian cuisines.
    • Leaves can be fried in batter as a snack or infused in tea.
  • Harvest Season: Year-round in Florida and other frost-free regions.

🌱 Top Benefits and Uses

  • Culinary Herb: Adds depth and complexity to meats, beans, soups, and sauces.
  • Medicinal Folklore: Traditionally used as a remedy for coughs, colds, and digestive issues in many cultures.
  • Ornamental Value: Variegated leaves bring a splash of white and green to hanging baskets, containers, and garden beds.
  • Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant once established and easy to propagate.
  • Pollinator Friendly: Occasionally blooms with pale lavender flowers that attract bees.

🌼 Ornamental & Container Notes

  • Containers & Hanging Baskets: Thrives in pots; perfect for patios and sunny kitchens.
  • Indoor Growing: Can be grown indoors in bright light—pinch back regularly for bushy growth.
  • Landscape Appeal: Use as ground cover, in herb spirals, or in decorative borders.

🌿 Best Practices for Planting & Care

Where to Plant:

  • Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil.
  • Excellent for raised beds, herb gardens, or containers.

Planting Instructions:

  1. Dig hole just as deep as the pot, slightly wider.
  2. Backfill with native soil mixed with compost.
  3. Do not bury stems—keep crown above soil line.
  4. Follow our “High & Tight” method for best results:👉 Watch Planting Video

Watering:

  • Water daily to establish, then reduce to weekly.
  • Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Mulching:

  • Apply hardwood mulch around base, but not touching the stems.

Seasonal Care (Florida & similar climates):

  • Protect from frost with covers or by moving containers indoors.
  • Prune regularly to encourage compact, bushy growth.

⚠️ Cautions

  • Cold Sensitivity: Will not tolerate frost.
  • Overwatering Risk: Susceptible to root rot in poorly draining soil.
  • Strong Flavor: Use sparingly in cooking until familiar with its intensity.

🌟 Is This Plant Right for You?

✅ Ideal For:

  • Culinary gardeners and adventurous cooks.
  • Indoor herb growers and container gardeners.
  • Tropical or subtropical landscapes needing trailing ground cover.

❌ Not Ideal For:

  • Gardeners in zones below 9 without indoor overwintering.
  • Areas with poorly draining soils.

❓ FAQ

Q: Can I grow Variegated Cuban Oregano indoors?

A: Yes! Place it in a bright, sunny window or under grow lights. Prune regularly for compact growth.

Q: How cold-hardy is Variegated Cuban Oregano?

A: It is frost-sensitive and should be protected or moved indoors when temps drop below 40°F.

Q: How do I use Cuban Oregano in cooking?

A: Use fresh leaves to season curries, beans, or meats. Its bold flavor works best when cooked, not raw.

Q: Does this plant flower?

A: Yes, it produces delicate lavender blooms that attract pollinators, though it’s mostly grown for its foliage.

Q: Can I propagate Cuban Oregano easily?

A: Absolutely—just take a cutting, place in soil or water, and it roots quickly.


📦 Shipping & Handling Notes

🌱 Ships in a 4” pot.
✅ Best suited for shipping to Florida, Southeastern US, & Texas.
⚠️ Plants shipped to northern and western states may need recovery time after transit stress.
🚚 Shipped every Monday via UPS Ground from Florida.
❄️🔥 We are not responsible for damage from extreme cold or heat. Buyer discretion advised.

📍 Local Pickup Availability

Available for local pickup at:

GreenDreams Nursery & Farm

18709 US Hwy. 41, Spring Hill, FL 34610

📅 Tues–Fri 9 AM–5 PM | Sat 8 AM–3 PM

✨ Come see what’s fresh! 🌿


🛒 Ready to add flavor and flair to your garden?

Order your Variegated Cuban Oregano today and enjoy a plant that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! 🌈🌿

IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.

Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location
, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
 

1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
 

2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.

  • For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

  • For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
     

3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.

  • We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.

  • Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
     

For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.

 

🌿 Important Shipping Information

Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.

  • Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.

  • Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.

  • Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.

  • Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants

1. Understanding of Shipping Stress

By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.

2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage

Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations

Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.

4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule

Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.

5.Extreme Weather Conditions

Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.

6. No Refund Policy

Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.

7. Responsibility of Care

Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.

8. Consent

By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.

These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.

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