Pet Safe
moderate Care
bible hyssop
Origanum syriacum
Bible hyssop (Origanum syriacum) is a shrubby evergreen herb from the mint family, native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 50 cm tall with white-pink flowers and dark blue berries. The leaves of this plant have a pungent and spicy scent, and are used as a culinary and medicinal herb. In the Bible, hyssop was used to cleanse lepers and it is still used in some herbal remedies today. It is also used to make tea and essential oil. Bible hyssop is a drought-tolerant aromatic plant that is easy to cultivate through propagation and is a great addition to herb gardens.
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Needs
low
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 9Zone 10
Hardiness Map
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Water Every
7-10 days
Sun Needs
full-sun
Growth
Low
Care Level
Low
Season
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Pruning Time
How to Propagate
Cutting
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Division
Divide root ball in spring, replant sections immediately
Layering Propagation
Bend stem to soil surface, cover lightly, roots form in 4-6 weeks
Seed Propagation
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date
Stem Propagation
Propagate via Stem Propagation for best results
Plant Characteristics
Drought Tolerant
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Forgetful waterers
- •Homes with pets
- •Low-maintenance gardens
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
Bloom Seasons
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Place in the sunniest spot in your garden.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can cause root rot.