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Spanish fennel flower (Nigella hispanica), Blue Bloom (annual)
Nigella hispanica
It is related to the nigella (Nigella damascena). Its unusual (very touching) dark blue and large flowers turn into star shaped capsuled after intense visits from bees. These are thoroughly dried. They decorate pre-Christmas flower arrangements. Height reaches 60–80 cm. Flowering occurs from July to September.
Growing instructions
Sow in April directly into a sunny spot in the field. It likes to sow itself.
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Height
80
cm
Planting distance
1
x
20
cm
Sowing depth
0
cm
Germination duration
14
days
Fertilization need
Water need
Soil Type
All soil types