Nigella,Nutmeg Flower, Yellow Fennel Flower
Nigellaorientalis 'Transformer'

Family: Ranunculaceae (ra-nun-kew-LAY-see-ee)
Genus: Nigella (ny-JELL-luh)
Species: orientalis (or-ee-en-TAY-liss)
Cultivar: Transformer

Category
Annuals
Herbs

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage

Foliage Color

Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow

Danger

Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Green

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for drying and preserving

Bloom Size

Bloom Time

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