Oregano is a Mediterranean herb with small velvety leaves on long skinny stems. It is draught tolerate and grows well in the hot and dry climate of the California central valley. It can be used fresh or dried. It’s most commonly used as a dried herb in pizza and spaghetti sauces. Dried oregano can also be steeped into a tea; the strong flavor and aroma can clear sinuses and lift spirits. My favorite way to use oregano is fresh in a pesto sauce. My Oregano Pesto Recipe Harvesting Oregano Oregano is best harvested in the spring before it flowers. All you need is garden shears. Bunch the oregano together and cut…