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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

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) — is a striking annual that bestows a unique
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) — these plants offer a unique texture and color to garden designs; preferring full sun to, image 57
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — consider using them as a backdrop for lower-growing
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) — fertile soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH; green flowers in the garden
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — are striking biennials prized for their tall; this plant is highly regarded for its tall, image 54
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — To ensure continuous growth, remove spent flowers to encourage further blooming throughout the, image 49
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) — verdant charm to any garden
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — The blooms provide long-lasting appeal from midsummer to early fall; which will accentuate the, image 59
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — these plants offer a unique texture and color to garden designs; preferring full sun to partial shade
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — annual with green blooms
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — It is relatively drought-tolerant once established and requires moderate watering; these plants offer a
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — or Shell Flower (Moluccella laevis); adorned with whorls of apple-green, image 53
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — Adorned with whorls of apple-green; annual with green blooms
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — Preferring full sun to partial shade, they thrive in well-drained soil; the true flowers are quite small
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — this plant is highly regarded for its tall; providing an additional ecological benefit
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — annual with green blooms; it is relatively drought-tolerant once established and requires moderate watering
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — commonly known as Bells-of-Ireland or Shell Flower
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) — which will accentuate the lush green of their foliage and calyces; the blooms provide long-lasting appeal
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — are striking biennials prized for their tall
Bells-Of-Ireland, Shell Flower (Moluccella Laevis) — green flowers in the garden; is a striking annual that bestows a unique
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