Scientific Name: Nigella papillosa

Plant Type: Love in a Mist is categorized as a Hardy Annual plant, which indicates that it can withstand cooler temperatures and typically completes its life cycle within a year.

Height: Love in a Mist plants can grow to a height of 46-71cm (18-28 inches). It is essential to consider this height when planning the placement of the plants in your garden or landscape.

Sun Preference: Love in a Mist thrives best in full sun conditions. I have however grown this is shade and they did great. It is always a good idea to test for yourself and see what works in your environment

Days to Full Maturity: Love in a Mist typically takes around 65-85 days to reach full maturity. This timeframe gives you an idea of when to expect the plant to bloom fully and produce flowers.

Plant Spacing: When planting Love in a Mist seeds or seedlings, maintain a spacing of approximately 23cm (9 inches) between each plant. 

Appearance: The flowers of a Bluebell plant exhibit vibrant blue hues, ranging from bright to pale, but they can also be white, pink, or lavender. Each bloom measures approximately 3.8 centimetres (1½ inches) in diameter and features five large sepals that resemble petals. These sepals surround small, deeply divided petals concealed beneath the stamens. Following the flowering period, the plant produces alluring balloon-shaped seedpods that grow up to 5 centimetres (2 inches) long. These seedpods are green in color with purple or bronze stripes, or purple in colour

Harvesting : Harvest flowers when they are three-quarters open or harvest pods when formed. Dry by hanging upside down in a warm, dark place for 2-3 weeks

Vase life for blooms is 7 days.
Drying Options: Hang upside down in a dark and warm area for 2-3 weeks.

Special Features :  The seeds of *Nigella damascena are sometimes used as a spice, similar to black cumin (Nigella sativa). They have a slightly nutty flavour and are used in some traditional cuisines. Historically, the seeds were believed to have medicinal properties and were used in folk medicine for various ailments, including digestive issues and respiratory conditions. In the language of flowers, love-in-a-mist is associated with perplexity and intricacy, likely due to its complex flower structure and foliage.

Design features: I love this little intricate flower, and love to use it in wearables. It is also a magic supporting flower or even a floating elements