How to grow Garden Mignonette

Reseda odorata

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The plant tends to sprawl and grows best in well-drained, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. Prefers afternoon shade in hot climates.

Does not like transplanting and should be directly planted in the garden.

Growing Garden mignonette from seed

The plant resents transplanting so sow seed directly into the garden. Do not cover the seeds – they require light for germination. Germination usually takes place within 2 weeks. An autumn sowing usually succeeds in areas where winter temperatures do not fall below about -10°C.

Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Garden mignonette

They do not transplant well, so it is best to direct-seed them where they are to grow. Once growing it is important to pinch back the tips of juvenile Mignonette plants as this will encourage branching and lead to more flowers.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Garden mignonette is a half hardy plant.

How long does Garden mignonette take to grow?

These estimates for how long Garden mignonette takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Garden mignonette to germinate?: 22 days
Average 22 days | Min 7 days | Max 112 days (4)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Garden mignonette?: + 90 days
Average 90 days | Min 90 days | Max 90 days (1)
Days to Maturity How long until Garden mignonette is ready for harvest / bloom?: + days
Average days | Min days | Max days (0)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Garden mignonette?: = days

Other names for Garden mignonette

Mignonette, Little Darling, Sweet mignonette, Common mignonette

Footnotes

¹ en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reseda_odorata