Marjoram (Origanum majorana), native to the Mediterranean region, is a perennial herb with delicate, pale pink or white ...

Marjoram (Origanum majorana) is a fragrant herb with small pink or white flowers that bloom in mid to late summer. These flowers are particularly attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Buy fresh marjoram from supermarkets and garden centres. Dried marjoram, used sparingly, is an acceptable substitute for fresh. Marjoram is popular in Mediterranean and North American cookery.