Nigella damascena is an annual flower from the Ranunculaceae family that grows to a height of 50 cm. It is native to the Mediterranean, North Africa and Asia. From June to August they bloom in blue, red, pink shades and white. It likes sunny positions the most, but it also thrives in partial shade. It grows on all types of soil, tolerates drought well and is not attacked by any pests or diseases. In addition to the flower, it is a decorative cocoon in which seeds develop.

The seeds are sown in the spring directly to the place where plant is predicted to grow, because transplanting does not tolerate best. It can also be sown in autumn because seeds are resistant to winter and low temperatures. If sown in the spring, it would be good to leave the seeds in the refrigerator for a few days to spend cold stratification which accelerates germination.

Once sown, once it blooms without problems it will disperse on its own every year.

The package contains 100 seeds of Nigella damascena harvested in July and July 2023 in my garden. In addition to the seeds, you also receive instructions for sowing and care.

VERY IMPORTANT NOTE - Nigella damascena contains the alkaloid damascene, so this species should not be confused with black cumin (Nigella sativa). Although traditionally used in the Middle East and North Africa, where seeds used as a spice and as a medicine, studies have shown that the alkaloid damascene is poisonous, and that the seeds of this plant in larger quantities are also poisonous. Therefore, any use for nutritional and medicinal purposes is at your own risk!

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