Also known as Upright Mignonette · White Cut-Leaved Mignonette · White Mignonette
White Upright Mignonette (Reseda alba) is a fragrant, erect annual or short-lived perennial with tall spikes of creamy white flowers, native to the Mediterranean region.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers a location with at least six hours of direct sunlight per day for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures. Can tolerate cooler conditions in winter.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Light
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering significantly in autumn and winter, allowing the top layer of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot. Overwatering is a common issue.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Lightly trim back leggy stems in late spring or early summer to promote bushier growth.
Remove any dead or damaged foliage as needed.
Propagate from seed sown in early spring either directly outdoors or in a propagator under cover. Seeds germinate best with consistent moisture and warmth.
Young plants can be transplanted once they are large enough to handle.
Reseda alba generally prefers to be slightly root-bound and does not require frequent repotting. If repotting is necessary, typically every 2-3 years, do so in spring before new growth begins.
Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Where White Upright Mignonette (Reseda alba) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Resedaceae |
| Genus | Reseda |
| Species | Reseda alba |
Similar in genus Reseda
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