Bells of Ireland

Bells of Ireland is an Heirloom annual flower producing unusual bell-shaped, green bracts all along the branching stems reaching 24-30′. Very popular cut fresh for flower arranging and left to dry to a light straw colour. Grows best in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Prefers growing in cool weather.

Cultivation Advice Bells of Ireland

• Grows best in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Prefers growing in cool weather. Can be sown in autumn or spring.
• If sowing in spring, freeze the seed packet for 5 days and then soak the seeds overnight.
• Sow thinly in trays and cover very lightly.
• Germination can take 14-21 days.
• Thin and transplant when large enough to handle.
• Prefers Full sun to part shade.
• Will self-sow if left to fully mature.