Help me ID this herb

I am not very good at herbs, and I started this one from seed a few years back. I have a large patch, and don't know exactly what it is. It gets a tall spikey flower, lavender, I think. Thanks, Legit

Here is a closeup of the leaves.

Looks like oregano to me, and if it is, you'll likely have a much larger patch in time as it spreads from the roots as well as seeds, etc.

I agree with McCool. Crush a leaf and see how it smells. The leaves look like they are a little bit thick -- not thick enough for Dittany of Crete, but thicker than oreganum vulgare. Then again, mine are grown in the wilds of southeast Texas, and might not be as hardy as in the wilds of Wisconsin. Sure looks like a healthy stand. I'm jealous.
Ann

Well, I am not sure if fresh oregano smells the same as the dried stuff we buy, so I have a hard time telling them from the smell. What is the best way to dry it, because I am out of oregano right now!!
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I also have another smaller herb which I thought was oregano, does it come in a smaller type as well. Here is a pic of the smaller one.

The smaller one might be savory. I've gotten them mixed up in my own garden before. They even have a somewhat similar smell. My savory self seeds and pops up all over the garden (as does the cilantro), but it usually appears well after the oregano. Hope this helps.

How to dry sage, thyme, summer savory, dill, bay leaves, oregano, rosemary or marjoram - From fresh garden plants! http://www.pickyourown.org/DHsage.htm

~* Robin

I have oregano - looks like the first picture with the larger leaves - and marjorum - looks like the picture with the smaller leaves. The herbs are quite similar but I prefer the marjorum - it seem less harsh.

Thanks, that helps alot, because they do smell similar. I love the trailing habit! Legit

Instead of drying it for use in cooking, try using it fresh. It is usually much better that way. However, drying is great for winter use.