Nigella (Black cumin) (Nigella sativa)

Nigella, also known as black cumin, is an annual herb famous for its delicate, lacy foliage and striking blue flowers, though cultivars may vary in color. Beyond its ornamental beauty, it produces small, flavorful seeds widely used as a spice in Middle Eastern, Indian, and Mediterranean cuisines.

Why Grow Nigella?

• Ornamental beauty: Nigella’s airy foliage and intricate blooms add elegance and texture to garden beds and borders.
• Edible seeds and flowers: The seeds, sometimes called black cumin, are a prized spice. The petals can also be used as a decorative edible garnish.
• Potential companion plant: While not widely cited in companion planting literature, its flowers attract pollinators, which can benefit nearby vegetables and flowering plants.
• Easy to grow: Nigella prefers full sun and well-drained soil and often self-seeds readily, creating naturalized patches year after year.
• Bloom season: It blooms in late spring to early summer, and regular deadheading can extend flowering.

Fun Fact:
Nigella’s seeds have been used for centuries for culinary, medicinal, and even ceremonial purposes, giving it a long-standing cultural significance beyond its beauty.

At least 25 seeds per packet.