An unusual Nigella with delicate white flowers with intriguing little green stamens. These are followed by dark, almost black and very ornamental seed pods ideal for drying at the end of the season, to add to dried flower arrangements.Hardy AnnualHeight: 60cm (24in)Pack size: 300 SeedsAdditional DetailsWhen to Sow Albion Black Pod Nigella SeedsSow March to May.FlowersJune to AugustWhere to SowSow in shallow rows about 1.5cm (¾”) deep. Also, can be broadcast over wide area and raked in. Alternatively, sow 1-2 seeds per modular tray under glass, and once large enough, plant out in borders.Please note: Young small seedlings do not like to be transplanted, but modules with established roots will be fine to move to final position.What to do NextThin out direct sown seedlings as they grow to final spacing of 15- 30cm (6-12″) apart.Handy TipCut stems of seed pods before the seed heads fully open, causing the seeds to drop. Hang the cut stems upside down in a cool, dark, airy, dry place. Once fully dry (typically after a couple of weeks) they can be used in wreaths or dried flower arrangements.
