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Mentha pulegium

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Botanical Name
Mentha pulegium
Common Names
Pennyroyal, Herb,
Evergreen prostrate herbaceous perennial with small glossy green leaves and upright lilac flower spikes from Summer through to Autumn. Suitable for most gardens or plant in a container. Great to use for companion planting to repel pests. Grows approx. 20cm tall x 50cm wide.
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Mentha pulegium Pennyroyal, Herb,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Groundcovers, Herbs & Vegetables Prostrate, Spreading

Description:
Evergreen prostrate herbaceous perennial with small glossy green leaves and upright lilac flower spikes from Summer through to Autumn. Suitable for most gardens or plant in a container. Great to use for companion planting to repel pests. Grows approx. 20cm tall x 50cm wide.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
15-30cm 30-60cm

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Loam, Sandy, Well Drained