Polemint - Pennyroyal

Pole mint

Latin name: Mentha pulegium L.

Spearmint is a low-growing, fragrant mint with small, dark green leaves and purple flowers. It has an intense minty scent and is traditionally used in herbal teas, insect repellents and as a ground cover in the garden. The plant spreads quickly and thrives both in pots and outdoors.

Cultivation information:

• Packaging: 15,000 seeds
• Sowing time: March–May (pre-cultivation) or May–July (direct sowing)
• Germination time: 10–20 days
• Sowing depth: Surface sowing, press lightly against the soil but do not cover
• Plant distance: 20–30 cm
• Row spacing: 30 cm
• Height: 10–30 cm
• Location: Sun to partial shade
• Soil type: Nutritious, moist but well-drained soil
• Watering: Regular, but tolerates some drought

Cultivation tips:

• Can be grown in a pot to limit spread.
• Prune regularly for compact growth.
• The flowers attract pollinators to the garden.

Uses: Used in herbal teas, essential oils and as a natural insect repellent.

Pennyroyal is an easy-to-grow and versatile herb that produces an intense minty scent and can be used both in the garden and at home. Please note that it should be used with caution in herbal medicine as it contains strong natural oils.