| Item Number |
81007
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| Description
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Pennyroyal |
| Unit Price(£) |
1.50
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Hardy Perennial Height 36cm (14") Spread 20cm (8") Pennyroyal has very small, rounded, bright green shiny leaves and produces many stems. The atractive lilac-blue flowers appear on the stems at each leaf node. Prefers moist situations in semi-shade.
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750 seeds per packet |
WHEN TO SOW
In April
WHERE TO SOW
Sow seeds outside when the soil is dry, it tolerates most soils, and prefers direct sun. Sow on the surface of a well prepared seed bed, lightly covering with fine soil. Keep moist until germination takes place. Root cuttings can be placed 15cm apart. Grow as you would any member of the mint family.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
Transplant to moist, rich soil in partial shade, especially where it's hot or the sun is intense. It can be propagated by root divisions and by cuttings once it is established.
FLOWERS
July - August
HARVEST
Harvest as the flowers begin to develop.
HANDY TIP
Sprinkling the dried form of the herb is also known to repel spiders and ants.
Also known as Lurk-in-the-Ditch and Pudding Grass.
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