Thymus pulegioides (Lemon Thyme, Broad-leaved Thyme, Pennyroyal, Creeping) Height: 2-10"
Thymus pulegioides (Lemon Thyme, Broad-leaved Thyme, Pennyroyal, Creeping): Thymus pulegioides is a species of thyme that is native to Europe and Asia. It is commonly known as pennyroyal and is used for medicinal purposes and as a culinary herb. It should be used with caution as it contains toxic compounds that can be harmful if ingested in large amounts.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5OZ | 81,250 | 500 |
| 1OZ | 162,500 | 1,000 |
| 1/4LB | 650,000 | 4,000 |
| 1/2LB | 1,300,000 | 8,000 |
| 1LB | 2,600,000 | 16,000 |
| 5LB | 13,000,000 | 80,000 |
Scientific Name: Thymus pulegioides
Common Name: Lemon Thyme, Broad-leaved Thyme, Pennyroyal
Plant Type: Perennials
Family: Lamiaceae
Zone: 3-9
Native Range: Northern Europe, Northern Africa, Western Asia
Full Growth Height: 2-10"
Width in Across: 6-10 "
Exposure: Full Sun
Blooming Season: July, August
Flower: Showy, Bell, Tubular
Pollinators: Bees, Other Pollinators
Flower Color: Purple
Tolerate: Drought, Deer, Dry Soil, Rabbit, Poor Soil, Salt
Water Requirement: Dry, Medium
Maintenance: Average
Soil Type: Sand, Loam, Well-Drained
Soil pH: Alkaline, Neutral
Uses: Rock Garden, Pollinator Garden, Cottage Garden, Banks and Slopes