Love-in-a-Mist "Miss Jekyll" Flower, , Nigella, 1570 Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - (Nigella damascena) First appeared in England around 1570. Some very imaginative folk names include Love-Entangle and Jack-in-Prison. Intriguing striped seedpods dry well. It is hard to resist popping the seedpods when they are green because they pop like little balloons! Self-seeding, hardy annual, 18-24" tall.

Characteristics: 

• Annual plants grow to 6-12 inches tall
• Soft, tufted flower heads
• Tolerant of drought and dry conditions
• Good for ornamental plantings and container growing
• 250 Seeds per Packet

Instructions:  Sow seed indoors 1/4" deep. Plant out after the danger of frost has passed in late spring. Can also be directly sown outdoors 3 weeks before the last frost. Prefers light well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions.

Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost

Germination: 15-21 Days

Plant Outdoors: 4-6” Apart

Light: Full Sun

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