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Sowing calendar · Herbs

Pennyroyal

Pennyroyal

Mentha pulegium · Poejo, Poleo, Menthe pouliot, Polei-Minze, Menta puleggio, poejos

Calendar

Calendar for mainland Portugal.

  • JFMAMJJASOND
  • PlantMar–Apr, Oct–Nov
  • HarvestMay–Sep
Spacing
30 cm between rows · 25 cm apart
Sowing depth
2 cm
Water need
high
Frost
hardy
Life cycle
perennial
Family
Lamiaceae
Seed saving
medium · keeps ~2 years

Notes

A low creeping mint for damp spots, used in Alentejo açordas and soups. Strong: use small amounts, and avoid concentrated teas or oil, especially in pregnancy.

Good neighbours

Months for mainland Portugal. In the app, sowing and planting follow your own local climate and the forecast.