Nigella ciliaris

Also Known As

Pinwheel Nigella

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 24"
W: 6"

planting zones

1-11

Nigella ciliaris plant details

Nigella ciliaris is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer green and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nigella ciliaris

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Flowers: green and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, dried-arrangements, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nigella ciliaris

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This neat-o Nigella looks like a flying saucer from outer space, but it's actually from Syria. The single flowers open yellow-green on 24" stems. The ovary, which will become a bizarre pod, is a central structure forming outward curving blades rather like a pinwheel. In time, they will open out as wide as 2 - 3", making a fine addition to dried arrangements. Thrives in poor soil. Reseeds!

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Garden photo gallery of Nigella ciliaris

Photo of Nigella ciliaris flower by Far Out Flora

By: Far Out Flora

By: Far Out Flora

Gardening facts about Nigella ciliaris plant

How to Grow Nigella ciliaris

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- green
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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