Native to Europe and north Africa. The plant bears a cobalt blue flower in the midst of sprays of deeply cut foliage.
White flowers are possible, but rare.
The crowned seedpod is used in dried arrangements, and the seed may be sprinkled on cookies. Same medicinal uses as Black Seed, but a little less intense. Direct seed in spring, or grow in pots next to the front door. Sow seed about an inch apart, and do not thin. Grows to 18 inches tall.