Water
Water consistently when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, as Reseda lutea prefers well-drained conditions.
Reduce watering during winter months when the plant is dormant or growing slowly.
Also known as Cut-Leaf Mignonette · Cutleaf Mignonette · Dyer's Rocket
Yellow Mignonette (Reseda lutea) is a hardy, fragrant annual or biennial with bright yellow flowers. It thrives in sunny, well-drained conditions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, sandy loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures (18-24°C). Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring/early summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, as Reseda lutea prefers well-drained conditions.
Reduce watering during winter months when the plant is dormant or growing slowly.
Pruning is generally not required for Reseda lutea. Remove any dead or spent flower stalks to maintain a tidy appearance.
Pinching back young plants can encourage bushier growth if desired, but it's typically grown for its natural form.
Reseda lutea is easily propagated by seeds. Sow seeds directly into the garden after the last frost or start them indoors a few weeks prior. They germinate readily in well-drained soil.
Cuttings are less common but possible.
Repotting is rarely necessary for Reseda lutea, especially when grown as an annual. If grown in a container and it becomes root-bound, repot in spring to a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Resedaceae |
| Genus | Reseda |
| Species | Reseda lutea |
Similar in genus Reseda
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