Love-in-a-Mist Seeds — Nigella Albion Black Pod

White Flowers, Dramatic Dark Pods — a Two-Season Wonder

Albion Black Pod (Nigella damascena 'Albion Black Pod') is a truly special variety of Love-in-a-Mist that earns its place in the garden twice over. First come the delicate, intricate white flowers nestled in a haze of finely cut feathery foliage — the classic cottage garden charm that Nigella is beloved for. Then, as the flowers fade, the real showstopper appears: large, inflated seed pods in deep burgundy tones, unlike anything else in the garden. Both the flowers and the pods are outstanding for cutting, making this an exceptional choice for the cutting garden as well as the border.

Why Gardeners Love It

• ⭐ Dramatic dark seed pods — the standout feature; large inflated pods in deep burgundy with darker shading, stunning fresh or dried
• 🪧 Beautiful white flowers — delicate, intricate blooms nestled in a haze of feathery foliage, classic cottage garden charm
• ✂️ Outstanding cut flower — both the flowers and the seed pods are superb for fresh and dried arrangements
• 🌱 Easy to grow — direct sow where it is to flower; Nigella dislikes transplanting and is one of the easiest annuals to grow
• 🌿 Self-seeds freely — once established, will return year after year by self-seeding, naturalising beautifully in the garden
• 🐝 Pollinator friendly — the flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects

Growing Tips for New Zealand

Nigella is best sown direct where it is to flower, as it dislikes root disturbance. Sow in autumn or early spring into prepared soil, scattering seeds thinly and raking in lightly. Thin seedlings to about 20cm apart. Nigella prefers a sunny position with well-drained soil and will flower from late spring through summer. Deadhead to prolong flowering, or leave pods to develop for cutting and drying — and to self-seed for next year. The seed pods are best harvested for drying just as they begin to change colour.

What's in the Packet

Each packet contains 25 seeds of Love-in-a-Mist Albion Black Pod (Nigella damascena 'Albion Black Pod'), with growing instructions included.