Sky-blue flowers wreathed in feathery green bracts give way to ornamental striped seed pods. Self-sows freely once you start.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- May to Jul
- USDA Zones
- 2-11
- Sun
- Full Sun or Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 18-24"
- Bloom Colors
- BlueWhitePink
✂ Cut Flower✿ Pollinator Friendly△ Deer Resistant▢ Container Friendly
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About This Name
Nigella damascena is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Nigella unambiguously. The genus Nigella places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Nigella, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Nigella damascena will give you the most precise results.