Persian Jewels Blue Nigella (Nigella damascena) - A charming old-fashioned annual admired for its striking blue flowers nestled among delicate, feathery foliage. The finely divided leaves form a soft, lacy green mist around the blooms, creating a beautiful contrast with the jewel-like flowers. Growing approximately 30–45 cm (12–18 inches) tall, plants produce distinctive, inflated seed pods with decorative stripes after flowering. Both the flowers and seed pods are lovely in fresh or dried arrangements. Perfect for adding colour, texture and a touch of old-fashioned charm to the summer garden.
40 seeds per package
Growing Information: Direct sow outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. Sow seeds 3-5 mm (⅛–¼") deep in prepared soil. Keep evenly moist until germination, usually 10-21 days. Thin seedlings to 20-25 cm (8-10") apart. Nigella develops a taproot and does not transplant well, so direct sowing is recommended. Grow in full sun and well-drained soil. Water during dry periods. Allow some seed pods to mature for dried arrangements or self-seeding. Hardy annual.
Days to Germination: 10-21
Plant Spacing: 8" (20cm)
Plant Height: 12-18" (30cm-45cm)
Features:
Hardiness Zones: Hardy Annual
Bloom Time: Spring to Summer, Blooms 70-75 days from seed
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Attracts Bees
Heat & Drought Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
