Bells of Ireland
Common
Name: Bells of Ireland
Scientific
Name: Moluccella
laevis
USDA Hardiness
Zones: N/A (annual)
Approximate number
of seeds per gram (ounce) : 145
(4,200)
Sun: full sun
or partial shade
Water: keep soil
moist during germination, once established, water
regularly
Soil:
lightly cover with of average,
well-drained soil
Temperature: 13 to 19 degrees
Celsius (55 to 65 degrees
Fahrenheit)
Spacing:
about 12 inches apart in flower
beds
Germination
Time: two to five
weeks
Bells of Ireland
produces pale green funnel-like bells which contain the
small white flowers. It is native to western Asia
and can be challenging to grow from seed.
Results will improve with a few weeks of cold
stratification as well as an overnight soaking prior to
sowing. Bells of Ireland does not handle hot, humid
or drought conditions well.
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