RESEDA odorata (Sweet Mignonette)
Reseda Odorata commonly known as ‘Sweet Mignonette’ is a species of flowering plant in the reseda family known by many other common names, including ‘Garden Mignonette’, ‘Common Mignonette’. It is probably native to Mediterranean Basin, but it can sometimes be found growing in the wild as an introduced species in many parts of the world. The acrid root is diaphoretic, diuretic and laxative. The seed is applied externally as a resolvent. This flowering species is very easy to grow.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1OZ | 25,000 | 500 |
| 1/4LB | 100,000 | 2,000 |
| 1/2LB | 200,000 | 4,000 |
| 1LB | 400,000 | 8,000 |
| 5LB | 2,000,000 | 40,000 |
Scientific Name: Reseda Odorata
Common Name: Sweet Mignonette
Plant Type: Annual
Family: Resedaceae
Native Range: North Africa, Egypt, Garden escape in Britain
Height: 6-12"
Spread: 2-9"
Habitat: Common weed, Rocks
Zone: 8-11
Exposure: Part Shade to Full Sun
Blooming Season: Mid-Summer, Early Fall
Attracts: Beneficial insects, Butterflies
Resistant: Drought, Deer, Rabbit
Characteristics: Fragrant, Showy
Flower Shape: Spoon
Flower Color: Yellow
Water Requirement: Normal to moist
Soil Type: Well-drained, Sandy loam to Clay loam
Soil pH: Slightly alkaline (7.5-8.5)
Advantage: Easy to grow, Low maintenance
Uses: Perfumery, Essential oil, Medicinal and Ornamental use