Sweet Mignonette

Reseda odorata, Resedaceae

Zones

3–10

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Douglas' MeadowfoamLimnanthes douglasii

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Annual ValerianCentranthus calcitrapae

Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent

Rock SoapwortSaponaria ocymoides

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Purple Viper's BuglossEchium plantagineum

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Small TeaselDipsacus pilosus

Both have deep taproots that compete for soil nutrients and space

Pringle's AsterSymphyotrichum pringlei

Reseda species produce glucosinolates that can inhibit asteraceae growth through allelopathic effects

Uses

Functions

Massive Nectar Production For Tiny Beneficial InsectsParasitic Wasp MagnetHoverfly Breeding HabitatMinute Pirate Bug AttractorFragrant Evening Pollinator Beacon

Common Questions

What zones does Sweet Mignonette grow in?

Sweet Mignonette grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Sweet Mignonette?

Good companions for Sweet Mignonette include Douglas' Meadowfoam, Annual Valerian, Rock Soapwort, Purple Viper's Bugloss.

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