Harvesting oregano

Question

Most of my oregno it’s gone to flowers/seed. I have dried it. . Can this be used as an herb for cooking? How will that affect the flavor?Any thing else to consider?

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Answer 1

You can still use it, but often when something bolts like that, it will make the flavor, either over bearing or bitter.

Here is an article for more information:https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/hgen/cutting-off-the-flowering-tops-on-herbs.htm