Dittany of Crete can be grown in USDA growing zones 7 to 11 in full sun exposure. The plant can be propagated by seed in the early spring or by division in spring or fall. Seed germination takes about two weeks in a greenhouse.

Where does Dittany grow?

Origanum dictamnus, commonly called dittany of Crete, is a bushy sub-shrub with aromatic foliage that typically grows in a spreading mound to 12” tall and to 18-24” wide. It is native to rocky slopes on the mountains of Crete.

Is Dittany a real plant?

dittany, any of several plants, including European dittany (gas plant; Dictamnus albus), American dittany (common dittany; Cunila origanoides), and dittany of Crete (Cretan dittany, or hop marjoram; Origanum dictamnus). ... The plant is closely related to oregano and marjoram.