An annual belonging to the buttercup family, Nigella has extremely delicate, thread-like, ferny foliage. Beautiful blue, strawflower-like flowers are nestled on top throughout the summer, and become equally attractive seed pods once spent. Plants will self sow freely.
Genus:
Nigella
Species:
damascena
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
Blue
Flower Time:
Mid season
Sun Exposure:
Sun
Soil Condition:
Average
Habit:
Upright
Mature Height:
12-18"
Mature Spread:
6"
Special Uses:
Cut flowers
