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Pennyroyal

Mentha Pulegium

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Overview

Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) is a creeping perennial herb in the mint family. It has a pronounced minty fragrance, standing 6-12 inches tall with small, oval leaves and lilac flowers. This ground cover spreads quickly in moist soils and partial shade, ideal for edge plantings or herbal gardens. It requires caution as it is toxic when ingested in large quantities. Pennyroyal repels insects, making it a functional addition to a landscape.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 6–11Type Herb
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — low-maintenance addition to your landscape design; is potent and can be toxic if ingested or applied topically in concentrated
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Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Herb
Family
Lamiaceae

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Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — low-maintenance addition to your landscape design; is potent and can be toxic if ingested or applied topically in concentrated
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — caution is advised in landscapes where pets or children play.<br><br>Our Pennyroyal plants will provide a lush; exhibiting a
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — It requires caution as it is toxic when ingested in large quantities
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — low-maintenance addition to your landscape design
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — it reaches a modest height of 10 to 12 inches and spreads out to an approximate span of 18 to 24 inches wide; making it a
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — making it a suitable groundcover or edging plant; as it can become invasive if left unchecked.<br><br>Important to note is that
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) is a creeping perennial herb in the mint family
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — Renowned for its distinctive minty fragrance; this ground cover spreads quickly in moist soils and partial shade, ideal for edge
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — Renowned for its distinctive minty fragrance
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium) is a creeping perennial herb in the mint family; it requires caution as it is toxic, image 76
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — It requires caution as it is toxic when ingested in large quantities; herb for full, image 79
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — aromatic herb hailing from the mint family; low-maintenance addition to your landscape design
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — while sometimes used in traditional remedies; blue flowers in the garden
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — It has a pronounced minty fragrance, standing 6-12 inches tall with small, oval leaves and lilac flowers
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — This ground cover spreads quickly in moist soils and partial shade, ideal for edge plantings or herbal gardens
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — it reaches a modest height of 10 to 12 inches and spreads out to an approximate span of 18 to 24 inches wide; making, image 84
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — caution is advised in landscapes where pets or children play.<br><br>Our Pennyroyal plants will provide a lush
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — aromatic herb hailing from the mint family; low-maintenance addition to your landscape design, image 82
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — it prefers consistent moisture without becoming waterlogged
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — Care should be taken to contain its growth; it reaches a modest height of 10 to 12 inches and spreads out to an, image 66
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — Renowned for its distinctive minty fragrance; this ground cover spreads quickly in moist soils and partial shade, image 58
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — herb with blue blooms
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — Pennyroyal repels insects, making it a functional addition to a landscape; aromatic herb hailing from the mint family
Pennyroyal (Mentha Pulegium) — offering both aesthetic appeal and functional benefits such as natural pest repellence due to its strong scent, image 72
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