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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 3–10Climate Temperate
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — or Shell Flower (Moluccella laevis)
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — spire-like stalks that can reach a height of up to 3 feetBells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — or Shell Flower (Moluccella laevis)Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — are striking biennials prized for their tallBells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — The blooms provide long-lasting appeal from midsummer to early fallBells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — commonly known as Bells-of-Ireland or Shell FlowerBells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — is a striking annual that bestows a unique+54

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — Adorned with whorls of apple-green
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — spire-like stalks that can reach a height of up to 3 feet
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — or Shell Flower (Moluccella laevis)
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — are striking biennials prized for their tall
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — The blooms provide long-lasting appeal from midsummer to early fall
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — commonly known as Bells-of-Ireland or Shell Flower
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — is a striking annual that bestows a unique
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — these plants offer a unique texture and color to garden designs
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — Preferring full sun to partial shade, they thrive in well-drained soil
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) — The true flowers are quite small and white
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — verdant charm to any garden
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — 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) — fertile soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — It is relatively drought-tolerant once established and requires moderate watering
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — When incorporating Bells-of-Ireland into a landscape design
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — Planting in early spring after the last frost will yield the best results
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — providing an additional ecological benefit
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — they can also attract bees and other beneficial pollinators to the garden
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — consider using them as a backdrop for lower-growing
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — which will accentuate the lush green of their foliage and calyces
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — green flowers in the garden
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — To ensure continuous growth, remove spent flowers to encourage further blooming throughout the summer

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