Pennyroyal (Mentha pulegium)

1 well-established plant in a 9cm pot, sent in plastic-free packaging. A traditional non-edible, low-growing member of the mint family, prized for its aromatic foliage and good ground coverage. 

Perennial | 10/30cm tall | Full sun to partial shade | Highly aromatic foliage and flowers | Excellent ground cover and loved by pollinators

Pennyroyal is a non-edible creeping mint. It’s a low-growing perennial herb that spreads readily to form a dense, fragrant mat. It produces stems of small, bright green foliage that shoot up whorls of charming, lilac-purple flowers in mid to late summer.

Due to its creeping resilient nature, it makes an excellent living mulch, blanketing the soil to retain moisture, prevent erosion, and naturally suppress unwanted weeds. It is highly effective when planted in fruit tree guilds or as an understory layer in an agroforestry project, where its pungent scent can act as camouflage, confusing pests and protecting more vulnerable crops nearby. Pennyroyal will grow in damp soil and helps stabilise the edges of water features such as ponds and swales. It flowers in late summer and produces abundant nectar-rich flowers that are perfect for beneficial pollinators. Unlike culinary mints, which were bred for sweet, delicate flavours, Pennyroyal boasts a pungent aroma. Crushing the leaves releases a strong, crisp scent.  Historically, this made it a garden staple for naturally deterring pests.

Although a vigorous spreader, if it spreads to unwanted areas, its shallow-rooted runners are easily removed and propagated. Pennyroyal is a wonderful perennial ground cover for your garden.

Delivery Information

All plants are carefully packed and sent in plastic-free packaging to protect both the plant and the environment. Plants are dispatched promptly so they arrive fresh, healthy, and ready to plant.

We ship orders using a tracked 24-hour delivery service, helping to minimise time in transit and reduce stress on the plant. Orders are packed by hand at the nursery, and we aim to dispatch early in the week to avoid delays over weekends.

If you have any questions about delivery timing or combining orders, please get in touch before ordering and we will be happy to help.

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