European pennyroyal is an attractive, low-maintenance groundcover that has pleasant, mint-like fragrance and repels insects. It can be grown between paving stones in courtyards, in rookeries or even as a lawn.

Perennial, Prostrate, branching plants in the mint family, have downy leaves and small, blue-lilac blooms. Use leaves as an insect repellent. Not safe for consumption. Zones 6 – 10. Height 6". Full sun to some shade tolerated. Ordinary, but always moist soil. Divide old plants in spring or fall. Flowering time from July to August. Usually pest free. Harvest foliage just before blooming, then hang in bunches to dry, store in an airtight container. A powder made from the dried leaves keeps pet free from fleas. Unsafe when take internally; can be fatal. Crush pennyroyal leaves and rub the on your skin to repel insects when you work in the garden. Folk healers suggest a garland of fresh pennyroyal leaves to relieve headaches.