
LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Feathery
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
ummer.
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering annual.
PLANTING SEASON
Spring / Fall
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
30–60 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
4–10
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
6–8
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Nigella called Love-in-a-Mist?
Why is Nigella called Love-in-a-Mist?
The delicate, thread-like foliage creates a misty appearance around the flowers.
Are Nigella seed pods ornamental?
Are Nigella seed pods ornamental?
Yes. The decorative pods are often used in dried floral arrangements.
Can Nigella reseed naturally?
Can Nigella reseed naturally?
Under suitable conditions, plants may self-seed for future seasons.
Do Nigella flowers attract pollinators?
Do Nigella flowers attract pollinators?
Bees and other beneficial insects commonly visit the blooms.
Is Nigella suitable for cottage gardens?
Is Nigella suitable for cottage gardens?
Yes. It blends naturally with traditional annual flowering plants.
Should flowers be left for seed pods?
Should flowers be left for seed pods?
Leaving some blooms allows attractive ornamental seed pods to develop.