Reseda Grandiflora ( Mignonette ) Seeds

Mignonette was introduced to ornamental gardens in Europe about 1725, and because of its sweet fragrance both as a garden plant and as a cut flower, its popularity grew steadily on both sides of the Atlantic through the 19th century. Thomas Jefferson recorded sowing seeds for this annual at Monticello in 1811. The tiny, pale green and white flowers emit a fresh, fruity scent in summer and are attractive to bees and butterflies.

TWT233 Fragrant Mignonette ( Reseda Odorata Ameliorata )

Fragrant Mignonette is a charming old-fashioned annual treasured for its sweet perfume, soft green foliage, and delicate white to greenish flower spikes.

Garden Uses:
Excellent for fragrance gardens, cottage gardens, edging, containers, window boxes, and near patios or walkways where its scent can be enjoyed. Though modest in appearance, it is highly valued as a companion filler among brighter annuals.

Growing Information:
Sow seeds directly outdoors after danger of frost, or start indoors 4–6 weeks early. Cover lightly and keep evenly moist until germination. Plants prefer full sun to partial shade and average, well-drained soil. Avoid overly rich soil, which may encourage leafy growth at the expense of flowers.

Quick Facts:
Annual
Height: 12–18 inches
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Bloom Season: Summer to fall
Color: White to greenish-white
Uses: Fragrance gardens, containers, borders, pollinator plantings

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