Love-in-a-Mist "Miss Jekyll" Flower, , Nigella, 1570 Heirloom
$3.45
$3.95
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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Love-in-a-Mist Mixed Colors Nigella, Organic
$3.25
$3.75
Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - An old-fashioned flower from southern Europe sometimes called Fennel Flower because of its nutmeg-flavored seeds. Mixed flowers in shades of blue, pink, white, and purple, averaging 1½ in. in diameter.
Certified Organic
Heirloom
Especially well-suited to the South-East
From Small Farms
Instructions - Annual. Germination: 60°F, 21 days. Full sun. Direct sow after frost since it does not transplant easily. Space 9 in. apart. 75 days. Self-sows readily.
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