Mentha pulegium Seeds for Aromatic Gardening Enthusiasts | Buy Organic Seeds

Growing Information:

Key Attributes:

Quantity                           : Choose from 100 pcs, 500 pcs, or 1000 pcs
Mature Height                : Grows to approximately 12-18 inches tall
Light Requirements       : Prefers full sun to partial shade
Soil Requirements         : Well-draining soil, prefers moist conditions
Uses                                : Ideal for herb gardens, ground cover, and edging around pathways

Product Details:

Plant Name                  : Mentha pulegium (Pennyroyal)
Type                             : Herbaceous perennial
Zone                            : Hardy in zones 5-9
Features                      : Aromatic foliage, small lilac flowers in summer
Growth Rate               : Fast-growing

Planting Instructions:

Seed Preparation: Scarify seeds lightly with sandpaper or soak them overnight in water to improve germination.

Sowing:

Start indoors in early spring or sow directly outdoors after the last frost date.
Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in prepared soil or seed-starting trays.
Germination:

Germination typically occurs within 10-15 days when kept moist and warm (65-70°F).
Thin seedlings to 6-8 inches apart once they have developed true leaves.
Transplanting:

Transplant seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and they are at least 3 inches tall.
Space plants 12-18 inches apart in a sunny to partially shaded location.
Care and Maintenance:

Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.
Pruning: Trim back after flowering to encourage bushier growth and prevent self-seeding.