Nigella, Cramer's Purple (Organically Grown Seeds)
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Description: Doubled, white blooms with varying purple centres alongside stripe-free, plum-purple seed pods.
Whimsical flowers with delicate, lacy leaves and gorgeous pods for fresh and dried floral arrangements. Unusual and striking plants attract beneficial insects and are excellent for cut flower production or as a delightful garden plant.
The seeds are also used as a seasoning called Black Cumin!
USDA Certified Organic/ Open Pollinated/ Non-GMO
Pack Size: 50 seeds
Seed Source: USDA Certified Organic
Latin Name: Nigella damascena
Alternative Names: Black Cumin, Nigella, Kalonji, Love-Entangle or Jack-in-Prison.
Main Uses: Culinary, Ornamental
Zone Hardiness: Hardy Annual
Exposure: Full sun
Height: 50 - 75 cm (18 - 29 inches)
Flower Color: White
Flowering Time: July to September
Germination: 8 - 15 days at 21° C.
Sowing: Sow seeds directly outdoors in the early spring when the soil is still cool and light frost is possible. For best results, apply Sea Magic™ kelp from first watering. Direct seed 1/8" deep. Plants will tolerate poor soil.
Spacing: Thin to 8-12" apart.
Flowering time: June - August.
Notes: Will self-seed profusely. Prefers average soil and tolerates dry conditions. Good cut flower, fresh or dried seedpod.
Pruning: Cutting and deadheading produce more flowers
Watering (Containers): Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Check every day or two during very hot weather.
Fertilizing (Garden): Plant in a garden bed amended with compost. No additional fertilizer is required.
Watering (Garden): Water new transplants regularly to establish roots. Once established, water deeply as required.
Beneficials Attracted to this Plant: Bees - Nigella is a wonderful way to attract this critical pollinator. Encouraging bees will increase yields on your vegetable and fruit plants.
Suitability for Indoors: Not suited for indoors
Special Instructions: Remove spent blossoms frequently to prolong blooming.
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