nigella - moody blues

Nigella ‘Moody Blues’ is a captivating mix of delicate, airy blooms in shades of sky blue, pale lavender, and soft white. Also known as Love-in-a-Mist, this charming heirloom flower features fine, feathery foliage that adds texture and movement to flower beds, borders, and cottage gardens. Its unique seed pods provide long-lasting interest, making it a favorite for dried arrangements. Nigella thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, self-seeding easily for a naturalized look year after year. Packet includes 40-50 seeds.

Nigella ‘Moody Blues’
Nigella damascena

Sun:
• Full sun to partial shade

Height:
• 18-24 inches | 45-60 cm

Spread:
• 8-12 inches | 20-30 cm

Life Cycle:
• Annual (self-seeds for continuous growth)

Sowing Method:
• Direct sow outdoors in early spring or fall for best results

Difficulty:
• Easy, low-maintenance and drought-tolerant

Uses:
• Flower beds, borders, cottage gardens, dried arrangements, pollinator-friendly gardens

Growing Zones:
• 3-10