bible hyssop
Origanum syriacum
USDA zones9 to 10
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size1 to 2.5 feet tall1 to 2.5 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- White
Garden uses
Notes
Bible hyssop (Origanum syriacum) is an herb for the food garden. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 9 and warmer, down to about 20°F (-7°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes full sun and dry to average soil. It reaches 12 to 30 inches tall and wide. White flowers open in mid to late summer.
Pairs well with Rosemary, Lemon verbena, and Borage.
Native range
Western Asia.