Nigella,Nutmeg Flower, Yellow Fennel Flower 'Transformer'

Nigellaorientalis

Family
Ranunculaceae (ra-nun-kew-LAY-see-ee)
Genus
Nigella (ny-JELL-luh)
Species
orientalis (or-ee-en-TAY-liss)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Green
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Herbs
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for drying and preserving
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Calistoga, California

Delphi, Indiana

Candler, North Carolina

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Gardener's Notes:

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neutrals
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Candler, NC (Zone 6b) | August 2008 | neutral

The flowers look and 'transform' just as photos show. The flowers get sort of lost in a mixed planting though. I'd consider it a curiousi...Read More

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Lakemont, GA (Zone 8a) | March 2007 | neutral

Why the name 'Transformer' ? "Single pods of yellow petals are followed by elegant tall pointed centers that transform into the seedpods...Read More

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