Pennyroyal

Mentha pulegium

Description

Wild mint with great aroma. Medicinal and natural insect repellent.

Growing tips

Plant pennyroyal in an outdoor spot with direct sunlight, ensuring between 4 and 8 hours of light per day. It requires frequent and abundant watering, keeping the substrate consistently moist but well-drained to prevent waterlogging. It is very hardy and tolerates frosts down to -10 °C, making it ideal for Mediterranean outdoor gardens. Caution: it is toxic if ingested in large quantities, particularly for pregnant women and pets.