Nigella
Annual

Nigella

Nigella damascena

Sky-blue flowers wreathed in feathery green bracts give way to ornamental striped seed pods. Self-sows freely once you start.

Bloom Season
May - Jul
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Sun Requirements
Full Sun6+ hours direct
Part Sun4-6 hours
Water Needs
Moderate
Regular watering
Size & Zones
18-24" tall
USDA Zones 2-11
Bloom Colors
Blue
White
Pink
Traits
Cut Flower Pollinator Friendly Deer Resistant Container Friendly
Soil
LoamSandy
Pairs Well With
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