Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Ranunculaceae

Genus:

Nigella

Species:

Nigella papillosa

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

blue, purple, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 14–28 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate best after cold stratification for 2-4 weeks; sow in spring or fall.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash