Mignonette - Red - Reseda odorata - Garden colour and sweet scent - Fresh Seeds

The red mignonette (Reseda odorata) is a charming annual plant that brings warmth and subtle elegance to the garden while impressing primarily with its unique fragrance. It forms compact, dense clumps reaching a height of about 20-30 cm, decorated with slender, conical flower clusters featuring light green-cream petals and orange-red stamens. This contrast of colours and the intense aroma make the plant a favourite among gardeners and lovers of natural scents. During the flowering period, from July until late autumn, the plant spreads a pleasant, sweet aroma that attracts bees and butterflies, creating a true oasis of peace and nature in the garden. It looks excellent in flower beds, on lawn edges, in pots, and balcony boxes, wherever its extraordinary scent can be enjoyed.

Sowing depth

Sow the seeds very shallowly, at a depth of about 0.3 cm. This method encourages even emergence and provides young plants with the best conditions for development. Covering the seeds gently with a thin layer of soil is sufficient to ensure moisture and access to light needed for germination.

Sowing time into the ground

Sowing directly into the ground should be performed from April to June, when the soil is sufficiently warmed and the risk of frost has passed. During this period, seeds germinate quickly, and plants establish themselves well and begin to grow rapidly.

Spacing

You will obtain the best cultivation results by planting at a spacing of approx. 15 x 20 cm. Such a distance ensures adequate access to light and air, as well as enabling free shoot development and abundant flowering. Sowing too densely may limit the number of flowers and weaken plant development, so it is worth taking a moment to arrange the plants carefully.

Flowering period

This variety blooms abundantly from July to October. Throughout this time, the plant emits an incredibly intense scent that fills the garden, terrace, or balcony. Flowers can also be cut for bouquets; they retain freshness for a long time and constitute a beautiful, aromatic addition to floral compositions.

Cultivation

The plant grows best in sunny, warm locations sheltered from the wind. It prefers calcareous, permeable soil rich in humus. In the shade, its flowers become less impressive and the scent weakens, so it is worth choosing positions with full access to light. The plant responds well to organic or mineral fertilisation with a moderate dose, which supports the development of green mass and prolongs flowering. It is low-maintenance and is also perfectly suitable for growing in containers; regular watering and removing spent flower clusters are enough to enjoy its aroma all summer long. Planted near a gazebo, terrace, or relaxation area, it will fill the space with a pleasant fragrance.

Why buy from GardenSeedsMarket

When choosing seeds at GardenSeedsMarket, you can be sure of the highest quality. Every batch of seeds is thoroughly checked for varietal purity and germination capacity so that you can enjoy healthy, strong plants. The shop ensures fast and safe shipping, meaning seeds reach you fresh and ready for sowing. The experienced team of advisors is happy to help select appropriate plants and advise on cultivation issues. GardenSeedsMarket is a place created from a passion for gardening, where every nature lover will find something for themselves, and every order is a guarantee of satisfaction and a beautiful garden full of scent and colour.

Packet content

The package contains 2 g of seeds. You will find information regarding cultivation rules and the sowing use-by date on the packaging.