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Can You Grow Marjoram in Maryland?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b

Grows well here

Marjoram grows well here in full sun with well-drained soil — a fragrant, low-maintenance herb.

Plant zones

4a–9b

Maryland last frost

early March

Maryland first frost

late November

Days to harvest

70–100 days

When to plant Marjorams in Maryland

Start indoors

Jan 10

Transplant

Mar 7

Harvest

May 16 – Jun 15

Dates are approximate, based on Maryland's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Marjoram

Marjoram is oregano's sweeter, milder cousin — a tender perennial herb (grown as an annual in cold zones) with a warm, aromatic flavor perfect for Mediterranean cooking.

Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Pinch regularly to keep bushy. Harvest before it flowers for best flavor. Bring pots indoors in cold zones.

Full marjoram growing guide →

Gardening in Maryland

Maryland has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Chesapeake Bay. Four distinct seasons with mild winters in most of the state. Long productive growing season.