Pink Love-in-a-Mist 'Persian Rose' (Nigella damascena) seeds
- Romantic summer flower in soft blush pink – gracefully floating in a green mist, loved by pollinators, perfect for fresh bouquets and dried floral arrangements.
- Contents: Approx. 400 seeds
- Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly
€2.39
Description
Poetic Cottage Garden Flower with Delicate Lightness
Love-in-a-Mist 'Persian Rose' (Nigella damascena) is a gracefully delicate summer flower with fine, feathery foliage and soft pink blooms that appear to float within a green mist. Its romantic name refers to exactly this enchanting appearance. The cultivar 'Persian Rose' delights with gentle shades of pink and brings a light, airy charm to naturalistic borders, cottage gardens, and summery bouquets.
This traditional cottage garden plant has been known in European ornamental gardens since the 16th century and remains highly popular to this day. Beyond its ornamental value, it is a valuable nectar source for wild bees and other pollinators. After flowering, it produces decorative seed pods that are ideal for dried arrangements and floral craftwork.
'Persian Rose' is easy to care for and undemanding, preferring full sun to partial shade and thriving even in poor, well-drained soils. The plants grow bushy and well-branched, reaching a height of approximately 50?cm.
Plant profile
| Plant type | Container plant, Summer flower, Wildflower |
|---|---|
| Use | Container plant, Cut flower, Dried flower, Good insect food plant, Ornamental plant |
| Lifecycle | Annual |
| Species | Ranunculaceae |
| Region of origin | Asia Minor, Mediterranean Region, Syria |
| Characteristics | Food for bees |
| Eventual height | 20-60 cm |
| Flower colour | Rosa |
| Flowering months | August, July, June |
| Main harvest | Nach der Blüte |
Growing instructions
| When to sow outdoors | April, June, May, October, September |
|---|---|
| Sowing depth | 0.5 cm |
| Germination temperature | 15-20°C |
| Germination time | 2-3 weeks |
| Climate | Temperate |
| Soil type | Free-draining, Humus-rich, Moderate nutrient levels, Undemanding |
| Sunlight | Full sun, Halbschatten |
| Water requirement | Medium |
| Planting distance | 25 cm |
| Row spacing | 30 cm |
Sowing and care
Sowing and Care of Nigella damascena
- Plant type: Annual summer flower, ornamental plant & dried flower
- Sowing: Direct sowing from April or possible as an autumn sowing (Cool Flower)
- Sowing depth: Cover lightly with soil and keep moist
- Germination: Easy at temperatures from approx. 15?°C
- Site: Full sun to partial shade, well-drained, poor soil
- Height: Approx. 50?cm
- Special feature: Ideal as a cut and dried flower, a traditional heritage garden classic
With its elegant blooms, pollinator friendliness, and striking seed pods, 'Persian Rose' is a charming addition to nature-inspired summer gardens and romantic bouquet arrangements.
Other names
Botanical name: Nigella damascena, Erobathos damascenum
German: Jungfer Im Grünen, Gretl In Der Stauden, Gretchen Im Busch, Venushaarige, Braut In Haaren, Damaszener Schwarzkümmel, Damaszener Kümmel, Garten-Schwarzkümmel
English: Love-In-A-Mist, Ragged Lady, Devil In The Bush
French: Nigelle de Damas, Cheveux de Vénus, Diable-Dans-Le-Buisson, Belle-Aux-Cheveux-Dénoués
Italian: Fanciullaccia, Damigella
Spanish: Arañuela, Cabellos de Venus, Amor En la Niebla, Demonio En los Arbustos
Dutch: Juffertje-in-’t-groen, Juffertje-in-het-groen
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