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Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower

Moluccella Laevis

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Overview

Bells-of-Ireland, or Shell Flower (Moluccella laevis), are striking biennials prized for their tall, spire-like stalks that can reach a height of up to 3 feet. Adorned with whorls of apple-green, bell-shaped calyxes, these plants offer a unique texture and color to garden designs. Preferring full sun to partial shade, they thrive in well-drained soil. The blooms provide long-lasting appeal from midsummer to early fall.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–10Type AnnualClimate Temperate
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — spiky stalks adorned with bell-shaped calyces of a vibrant green hue; spire-like stalks that can reach a
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — Adorned with whorls of apple-greenBells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — green flowers in the gardenBells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — spire-like stalks that can reach a height of up to 3 feet; when incorporating Bells-of-Ireland into aBells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — The blooms provide long-lasting appeal from midsummer to early fall; which will accentuate the lush greenBells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — are striking biennials prized for their tall; this plant is highly regarded for its tallBells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — spiky stalks adorned with bell-shaped calyces of a vibrant green hue+60

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Annual
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — spiky stalks adorned with bell-shaped calyces of a vibrant green hue; spire-like stalks that can reach a
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — Adorned with whorls of apple-green
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — green flowers in the garden
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — spire-like stalks that can reach a height of up to 3 feet; when incorporating Bells-of-Ireland into a
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — The blooms provide long-lasting appeal from midsummer to early fall; which will accentuate the lush green
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — are striking biennials prized for their tall; this plant is highly regarded for its tall
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — spiky stalks adorned with bell-shaped calyces of a vibrant green hue
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — is a striking annual that bestows a unique; commonly known as Bells-of-Ireland or Shell Flower, image 61
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — annual for full
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — consider using them as a backdrop for lower-growing; annual for full
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — commonly known as Bells-of-Ireland or Shell Flower; or Shell Flower (Moluccella laevis)
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — providing an additional ecological benefit
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — The true flowers are quite small and white; verdant charm to any garden
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — Preferring full sun to partial shade, they thrive in well-drained soil; the true flowers are, image 58
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — Bells-of-Ireland prefers full sun to light shade and flourishes in well-draining
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — Adorned with whorls of apple-green; annual with green blooms, image 56
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — is a striking annual that bestows a unique; commonly known as Bells-of-Ireland or Shell Flower
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — fertile soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — When incorporating Bells-of-Ireland into a landscape design
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — The true flowers are quite small and white
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — verdant charm to any garden; fertile soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — this plant is highly regarded for its tall
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — annual for full; to ensure continuous growth, remove spent flowers to encourage further blooming
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — commonly known as Bells-of-Ireland or Shell Flower; or Shell Flower (Moluccella laevis), image 60
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