bells of Ireland

How to Grow and Care for bells of Ireland

bells of Ireland · Moluccella laevis
Also known as: Irish bell flower; Irish bells; Irish green bells; needles and thread; old maid's nightcap; smooth molucca balm; shell flower

Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing bells of Ireland

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun

How to Water bells of Ireland?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for bells of Ireland?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for bells of Ireland?

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What Soil Is Best for bells of Ireland?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for bells of Ireland?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize bells of Ireland?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune bells of Ireland?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate bells of Ireland?

Propagate by seed at 13-18°C (55-64°F) in early or mid-spring, or in situ in late spring

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How to Transplant bells of Ireland?

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How to Care for bells of Ireland in Winter?

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How to Plant bells of Ireland?

Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun

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How to Repot bells of Ireland?

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How to Harvest bells of Ireland?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally trouble free

Pests

Generally trouble free

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The Toxicity of bells of Ireland

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Attributes of bells of Ireland

Plant typeAnnual Biennial
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
OriginEurope Asia

Scientific Classification

Species
Moluccella laevis
Genus
Moluccella
Family
Lamiaceae
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