MARUA/MARJORAM – मरूआ महक वाला (1 Pac)

🌿 Marjoram/Marua (Origanum majorana)
Marjoram is a fragrant culinary and medicinal herb.
It belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae) and is closely related to oregano, but marjoram has a sweeter and milder flavor.

🌍 Climate & Weather ☀️🌦️
Likes mild to warm climate
Best temperature: 15–25°C 🌡️
Does not tolerate frost ❄️
Grows well in spring and early summer

🌱 Soil Requirements 🪴
Light, loose, well-drained soil
Sandy-loam or loamy soil is best
Soil pH: 6.5 – 7.5
Avoid heavy clay soil 🚫

🌾 Planting Method 🌰
🔹 From Seeds
Seeds are very small
Sow on soil surface
Press gently with hand 🤲
Do not cover deeply (needs light to germinate)

🔹 From Cuttings ✂️
Take 10–12 cm healthy cutting
Plant in moist soil
Faster growth than seeds ⚡

💧 Watering 🚿
Water lightly and regularly
Soil should be moist, not wet
Over-watering causes root rot ⚠️

☀️ Sunlight 🌞
Needs 5–6 hours of direct sunlight
Can tolerate light shade 🌤️
More sun = better aroma 🌿✨

🌿 Fertilizer & Care 🌼
Add compost or vermicompost once a month
No heavy fertilizer needed
Pinch tips regularly to make plant bushy ✂️🌱

✂️ Harvesting 🌾
Ready in 40–50 days
Best harvest before flowering 🌸
Cut upper leaves, plant will regrow ♻️
Can be dried and stored 🫙

🌿 Health Benefits ❤️
Improves digestion 🍽️
Relieves cold & cough 🤧
Reduces stress & anxiety 🧠✨
Rich in antioxidants 🛡️
Good for sleep 😴

🍳 Uses 🍕🥗
Soups, sauces, pizza, pasta 🍝
Herbal tea ☕
Essential oil 🌿🧴
Traditional medicine 🏺