Love-in-a-mist ‘Transformer’
Nigella orientalis
Description
This unique novelty deserves a spot in every flower arranger’s garden. Plants have airy, wispy foliage and feature small, golden-yellow flowers that remind us of Clematis tangutica. Petals turn down to show off a wild seedpod that curls into the shape of a court jester’s hat. These fun pods are great for wearables and dry well for crafting.
Details
Height: 18 to 28 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 65 to 85 days
Plant spacing: 9 in
Pinch: not necessary
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Plants dislike being transplanted and do best when direct-seeded into the garden in the fall or early spring. Seed can be tricky to start indoors, so pop seeds into the freezer for 10 to 14 days before sowing to speed up germination.
Harvesting/Vase Life
Details
Description
This unique novelty deserves a spot in every flower arranger’s garden. Plants have airy, wispy foliage and feature small, golden-yellow flowers that remind us of Clematis tangutica. Petals turn down to show off a wild seedpod that curls into the shape of a court jester’s hat. These fun pods are great for wearables and dry well for crafting.
Details
Height: 18 to 28 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 65 to 85 days
Plant spacing: 9 in
Pinch: not necessary
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Plants dislike being transplanted and do best when direct-seeded into the garden in the fall or early spring. Seed can be tricky to start indoors, so pop seeds into the freezer for 10 to 14 days before sowing to speed up germination.
Harvesting/Vase Life
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How to Grow
How to Grow
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