{"product_id":"oregano-collection-6-live-herb-cuttings-greek-italian-syrian-mexican-hot-spicy-cuban-oregano","title":"Oregano Collection - 6 Live Herb Cuttings | Greek, Italian, Syrian, Mexican, Hot \u0026 Spicy \u0026 Cuban Oregano","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOregano Collection\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6 Live Culinary Herb Cuttings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore a range of culinary traditions with six aromatic herbs commonly known or used as oregano.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection brings together true oregano varieties and two distinct plants—Mexican Oregano and Cuban Oregano—that belong to different botanical genera but are widely valued for their bold culinary character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are creating a kitchen garden, expanding a homestead herb collection, or comparing plants associated with different regional cuisines, this assortment offers a fascinating range of fragrances, flavors, foliage, and growth habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cutting is freshly harvested from plants grown at our Blue Ridge Mountain homestead and carefully prepared for shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded in This Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMediterranean Greek Oregano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriganum vulgare\u003c\/em\u003e subsp. \u003cem\u003ehirtum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA strongly aromatic oregano traditionally associated with Greek and Mediterranean-inspired recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eItalian Oregano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriganum × majoricum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hybrid culinary oregano often described as having a somewhat milder or sweeter aromatic profile than some other oregano varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSyrian Oregano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriganum syriacum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn aromatic herb traditionally associated with Middle Eastern cooking and regional za’atar preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMexican Oregano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLippia graveolens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMexican Oregano is not a true member of the \u003cem\u003eOriganum\u003c\/em\u003e genus. It is a distinct aromatic plant commonly used in Mexican, Southwestern, and Tex-Mex-inspired recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHot \u0026amp; Spicy Oregano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriganum vulgare\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Hot \u0026amp; Spicy’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA strongly aromatic oregano cultivar for gardeners and cooks who enjoy a bolder seasoning profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCuban Oregano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePlectranthus amboinicus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCuban Oregano is not a true member of the \u003cem\u003eOriganum\u003c\/em\u003e genus. It is a tender perennial with thick, fuzzy leaves and a powerful fragrance. It is commonly grown in containers in colder climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrance and flavor are naturally subjective and can vary according to variety, season, maturity, sunlight, temperature, soil, and other growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSix fresh, unrooted herb cuttings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne cutting of each variety listed above\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCuttings approximately 4–6 inches long\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSix rockwool rooting cubes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoisture-protective packaging for transit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasic care and propagation instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection contains unrooted plant cuttings—not established, rooted plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause each cutting is naturally grown and individually harvested, its size, branching, leaf shape, color, fragrance, and overall appearance may vary from the listing photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plants in this collection have different growth habits, water requirements, and levels of cold tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for containers after rooting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppropriate for kitchen gardens and raised beds where climate permits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight requirements range from full sun to partial shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers may attract visiting pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes plants from several botanical genera\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual varieties may root and grow at different rates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreek, Italian, Syrian, and Hot \u0026amp; Spicy Oregano generally require good drainage after establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMexican Oregano prefers warm growing conditions and may not be winter-hardy in colder climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCuban Oregano is cold-sensitive and is often grown as a tender perennial, houseplant, or seasonal container plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarden performance, mature size, and winter hardiness depend on the individual variety, the purchaser’s climate, growing zone, soil, planting location, and ongoing care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCulinary herb gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKitchen gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomestead gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContainer gardening\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePollinator-friendly growing spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerb enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialty plant collections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEducational gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash fresh herbs thoroughly before culinary use. These products are sold as live plant cuttings and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant: Care Immediately After Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease unpack all six cuttings immediately after delivery and remove all shipping materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the lower portion of each stem in clean, room-temperature water for a minimum of 48 hours. Keep all leaves above the waterline, with only the lower stem and at least one propagation node in the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep each variety identified and separated during recovery and rooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis recovery period allows the cuttings to rehydrate and recover from normal shipping stress before rooting begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the recovery period:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the cuttings in bright, indirect light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace the water if it becomes cloudy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not add fertilizer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not allow any leaves to remain submerged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemporary wilting or softness can occur after shipping and does not necessarily indicate that a cutting is damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRooting Your Cuttings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the initial 48-hour recovery period, continue rooting each cutting using one of these methods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the lower stem and propagation node in clean water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the lower stem and propagation node into a pre-soaked rockwool cube supplied with water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSix rockwool cubes are included so each cutting can be rooted separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all leaves above the waterline and do not allow the rockwool cubes to dry out. Provide bright, indirect light while roots develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not transfer the cuttings into soil immediately after delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow each cutting to remain in water or water-supplied rockwool until several healthy roots have developed and the roots are at least two inches long. Once a cutting’s roots reach that length, it may be transplanted into an appropriate potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe six varieties may root at different rates. Rooting time varies according to the variety, temperature, light, water quality, and other growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn More Before You Buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit The Robertson Rottie Ranch on YouTube and follow our Mountain Apothecary series for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerb profiles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropagation and rooting techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvesting guides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerb preservation methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCulinary herb uses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomestead gardening\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing and care instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Information About Live Cuttings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese products are living, unrooted plant cuttings. Successful rooting and future plant growth depend on shipping conditions, temperature, handling, propagation method, moisture, light, climate, and ongoing care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe carefully select and package each cutting, but rooting success and future plant performance cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf The Robertson Rottie Ranch makes an error with your order or is unable to fulfill it, we will address the issue in accordance with our Return \u0026amp; Refund Policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive plant orders are generally processed within 1–5 business days and normally ship Monday through Wednesday to reduce the likelihood of weekend carrier delays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour cuttings will be wrapped with moisture-protective materials and carefully packaged for transit. Tracking information will be provided when your order ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive cuttings are available for purchase only when we are actively accepting and fulfilling plant orders. If seasonal temperatures or severe weather require us to pause live-plant shipping, this listing will be marked unavailable until ordering resumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers are responsible for confirming that these plants can legally be shipped to and grown at their destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom Our Homestead to Yours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese cuttings are grown and freshly harvested by Mountain Moon Apothecary, the botanical and herb-growing line of The Robertson Rottie Ranch, in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for supporting our small mountain homestead.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Robertson Rottie Ranch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48515197108473,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/2927\/4617\/files\/8766fd31-f4c6-4683-918f-b3f4ffa673e6.png?v=1781203864","url":"https:\/\/therobertsonrottieranch.com\/products\/oregano-collection-6-live-herb-cuttings-greek-italian-syrian-mexican-hot-spicy-cuban-oregano","provider":"The Robertson Rottie Ranch, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}