Nigella damascena
Origin: Unknown
Improvement status: Cultivar
Seeds per packet: ~50
Germination tested 01/2026: 98%
Life cycle: Annual
We love "love-in-a-mist", a beautiful, ethereal flower followed by a balloon-like seed-pod full of tasty edible seeds. We offer a few varieties, but this 'Albion Black Pod' variety is a real standout with its white flowers followed by a gorgeous deep-purple pod. It makes a fantastic addition to flower arrangements both fresh and dried. Pollinators love this species, and the seeds can be used in a range of dishes, the same way you would use standard nigella seeds (Nigella sativa, or black seed, or kalonji), such as crushed on bread or added to cheese (typical of Armenian string cheese).
These seeds were grown by our friend Jennifer Williams of Wild Dreams Farm on Vashon Island, Washington State.
