Nigella 'Persian Jewels' Seeds
Nigella Damascena
Colourful Persian Jewels Nigella + Dried Seed Pods.
A timeless garden gem, Nigella Persian Jewels brings a spectrum of colours from blues to pinks and whites. These resilient beauties bloom all season, adding charm to fresh or dried arrangements with their unique seed heads. With minimal care, they stand out, enhancing walls or garden borders.
Approx 300 seeds
- Pot Fans
- Most Light Conditions
- Fuss Free
- Cut Flowers
Nigella 'Persian Jewels' Seeds – Quick Growing Guide
Nigella 'Persian Jewels' seeds produce vibrant, hardy annual flowers ideal for brightening gardens and attracting pollinators. Sow from March to September for colourful blooms that thrive in full sun with well-drained soil. These easy-care plants are perfect for cut flowers and garden displays.
How to Sow, Grow and Harvest Nigella 'Persian Jewels' Seeds
- Sow:March–September, direct or in pots
- Germination:7–14 days
- Grow:Plant in full sun with well-drained soil; thin seedlings to 15cm apart
- Water:Keep soil moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry spells
- Harvest:Cut flowers when buds are well-formed but not fully open
- Best for:Pots, beds, windowsills
Nigella 'Persian Jewels' offers a charming mix of delicate flowers in rich blues, pinks and whites. Their distinctive dried seed pods add texture to fresh or dried arrangements. Hardy and easy to grow, they thrive in borders or containers, attracting pollinators and self-seeding for years of enjoyment.
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How to Grow
Nigella 'Persian Jewels' seeds are best sown directly outdoors in terraces, containers, or garden beds where they can enjoy full sun or partial shade. These hardy annuals prefer well-drained soil and need some love to flourish, making them ideal for gardeners who enjoy nurturing colourful cut flowers.
Sowing
Sow a few seeds per hole in warm, damp, well-drained soil, lightly covering them to encourage germination. Planting in March, April, May, June, or September aligns with their preferred sowing calendar for best results.
Growing
Once seedlings emerge, thin them to provide enough space for healthy growth, considering their mature spread and the 20 cm pot size if grown in containers. This helps maintain airflow and supports their colourful, pollinator-friendly blooms during the growing months of June to September.
Plant care
Water Nigella 'Persian Jewels' regularly but avoid waterlogging to keep the soil moist during dry spells. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming throughout the summer and early autumn. These steps help maintain the plant's vigour and promote self-seeding for future seasons.
About Nigella 'Persian Jewels'
Perfect for pots and borders, pollinator friendly, hardy annual, self-seeds freely for continual blooms
- Pot Fans
- Most Light Conditions
- Fuss Free
- Cut Flowers
Eventual height & spread
History of Nigella 'Persian Jewels'
Nigella has been cherished in British and European gardens since 1548 and was known as ‘Bitter Fitch’ in Biblical times. Its seeds were even found in Tutankhamun’s tomb, highlighting its historical significance.
| Other Names | Bird's nest, blue spiderflower, chase-the-devil, devil in the bush, garden fennel, Jack in prison, Jack in the green, Katherine's flower, kiss-me-twice-before-I-rise, lady in the bower, love-in-a-puzzle, love-in-a-tangle, St Catherine's flower, blue crown and devil in a bush |
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| Pet/Baby Safe | Non-toxic |
FAQs
Nigella 'Persian Jewels' is a hardy annual.
Sow seeds directly in well-drained soil in spring or autumn. They prefer full sun to partial shade.
While the flowers are generally not eaten, the seeds of Nigella sativa (different species) are used as a spice.