Nigella Seeds - Love in a Mist

Minimum Seeds per Packet: 250

Packet Weight: 1g

Planting Season: After Last Frost

Sowing Method: Direct Seed

Seed Depth: 1/4”

Direct Seed Spacing: 3-4"

Soil Temperature: 65-80℉

Days to Sprout: 10-15

Mature Spacing: 6-8"

Sun Requirement: Full Sun

Frost Tolerance: Frost Sensitive

Days to Harvest: 90-100

Production Cycle: Annual

Bed Preparation

Clear area in full sun with well-drained soil. Loosen surface of soil to allow germinated seed to penetrate the top layer. Nigella will re-seed, so plan for any seed pods not collected to drop seed and create a beautiful area year after year.

Planting

Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct seed ¼” deep 3-4” apart when soil is 60° F for optimal germination. Seedlings grow best with a slow increase in temperature.

Harvest

Harvest flowers in the morning to minimize water loss. Cut stems where they meet leaves for optimal plant health and ease of healing. Nigella also has gorgeous seed pods that add texture to dry bouquets, so dry stems with open pods may be harvested in late summer and fall.

Storage

For cut flowers, harvest before the flowers have fully opened for longest vase life. Dried seed pods can last in a dry bouquet through the season.

Seed Saving

Nigella seeds are easy to collect from dried, open pods. Store in a cool, dry place for longest seed viability.