Nigella Damascena

The seed pods are used in dried flower arrangements, and the seeds are edible. Beautiful sky blue blooms late spring to early summer. Nigella ‘Miss Jekyll Blue' makes a nice companion plant for roses and Asiatic lilies.

Cover lightly with soil.Fresh: When flower buds fully colored or pods have begun to develop. Flowers attract and feed bees as well as other beneficial insects. Also known as Love in a Mist.

Cover lightly with soil.Fresh: When flower buds fully colored or pods have begun to develop. Packet: 50 seeds.Sow in early spring when soil temperatures reach 60°F (16°C). Produces unusual seed pods, which can be used in fresh or dried arrangements.

Remove cover as soon as germination occurs. Given at the end of each description to give you specific information. Germination code: (1) or (4) Some varieties can take over a month to germinate so mark your rows, keep them moist, and for larger seeds...

Flowers of growingare surrounded by a series of bracts. These are supported by a thread-like leaf structure, known as a ruff, on the cultivar love in a mist plant. Care of love in a mistflower is easy and its interesting blooms well worth the effort.

If seeds need darkness, cover with 2 sheets of newspaper or plastic, remove upon the first signs of germination. As a general rule, flowers can be sown when soil has warmed to at least 55°F.

When spring arrived, the stems elongated and before long I was regaled with hundreds of delicate flowers.My efforts to transplant seedlings to other places in the garden met with disappointment, for they resent disturbance.

Each flower is surrounded with a lace collar of thread-like foliage. Spring to summer bloom.Coming Soon The single-flowered species originated in Damascus and Southern Europe, however the double form was found in English gardens by 1597.

Starting Outdoors: Recommended. Plants can be hardened off by placing in a sheltered area outdoors for about a week prior to planting in the ground. Soil pH: Acidic to neutral Fertilizer: Feed with an organically sourced water-soluble fertilizer every...

Grows With: Coreopsis, Papaver (Poppy) Water Use: Low Watering Details: Water if soil becomes dry, particularly during very dry spells. Keep at 65-70°F. Plants can be hardened off by placing in a sheltered area outdoors for about a week prior to planting...

Grows With: Coreopsis, Papaver (Poppy) Water Use: Low Watering Details: Water if soil becomes dry, particularly during very dry spells. Keep at 65-70°F. Plants can be hardened off by placing in a sheltered area outdoors for about a week prior to planting...

* An essential oil distilled from the plant is used in perfumery and lipsticks. The foliage makes a nice garden cover when not in bloom and the attractive seedpods add interest after flowering.

* An essential oil distilled from the plant is used in perfumery and lipsticks. The foliage makes a nice garden cover when not in bloom and the attractive seedpods add interest after flowering.

Valued in perfumery trade. Seeds stored with clothing repel insects. Seeds used in curries and bread, although its close cousin black cumin is better. (Love-in-a-mist) Finely divided leaves create a mist effect surrounding the lovely blue flowers.

Petite lavender starry flowers bloom in masses in spring to summer. Fine foliage and upright growth makes this a neat, "go to" edger, combined with pinks, sweet alyssum and california poppies.Coming Soon

Recent research has shown that the seeds possess powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Ht. 70-90cm/28-36in. (Spanish fennel flower) Hardy annual flower, native of southern Spain, the Azores, Sicily and North Africa.

Not to be confused with popular television cooks. Subtle to be sure, but salt and starches bring out their nutty-earthy flavor. The seeds are often sold whole as grinding them releases its volatile oils which degrade quickly.

A unique alien like yellow bloom mix, for great filler in bouquets. Seed pods are fluted, a great conversation piece! Height 18-24”.

It's also known as Black Seed, Black Cumin, Fennel Flower, and other misleading names, as it is neither cumin nor fennel. Germinates at temperatures between 60-75°F. Whether in the garden or on the windowsill, learn their likes and dislikes, and you'll...

Peshawari naan is, as a rule, topped with kalonji seeds. The seed is used as a spice. There is a belief that eating the seed will make a woman's breasts plumper. It is used primarily in confectionery and liquors.

Height 18-24”. Seed pods are burgundy and green, a great accent to bouquets. Distinctive white with blue/purple streaks. Uniquely beautiful, and easy to grow.

Peshawari naan is, as a rule, topped with kalonji seeds. The seed is used as a spice. There is a belief that eating the seed will make a woman's breasts plumper. It is used primarily in confectionery and liquors.

Spread a very light layer of medium over seeds, mist with water and cover with plastic wrap to retain humidity. If you want to harvest the seed, however, leave spent flowers intact so they will form seed pods.

Height 16-24”. Mix includes shades of pink, purple and white. Seed pods are a secondary accent later in the season. A stunning mix, for great filler in bouquets.

Follow me on facebook to see when! One of my favorites, Nigella (also known as "Love in a Mist") is a beautiful flower worthy of growing! The pods which form after the flower has bloomed are also very interesting and can be used in dried arrangements.

Troubleshooting Nigella plants may decline rapidly in very hot weather. Nigella usually grows better from direct-sown seeds than from transplanted seedlings. Spacing Single Plants: 11" (30cm) each way (minimum) Rows: 11" (30cm) with 11" (30cm) row gap...

More commonly called fennel flower, for the whorl of bracts that create the 'mist' are missing in this species. 'Midnight' has large velvety purple flowers with contrasting burgundy stamens, the flowers displayed on tall stems.Coming Soon