How to Grow and Care for Irish bells

Irish bells, also known as Shellflowers

Irish bells thrives in well-draining soil and requires full sunlight to bloom profusely. Regular watering is needed, but be careful not to overwater as irish bells prefers slightly dry conditions. A key special care point is deadheading spent blooms to encourage more flower production and prevent the plant from going to seed too quickly. Another crucial tip is to ensure good air circulation around the plant to prevent mold and mildew.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Irish bells

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Annual
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Hardiness Zones	10-11

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Types of Irish bells

Bells of Ireland

A hardy annual, bells of Ireland grow tiny white flowers embedded in pretty green calyxes. These self-seeding flowers have a pretty fragrance and can be used for cut flowers. They can be companion planted behind tulips for a pretty mix of flowers.

Bells of Ireland 'Pixie Bells'

Bells of Ireland 'Pixie Bells' is a cultivar worthy of the small sprites after which it is named, since it grows to just 61 cm in comparison to the parent plant's 1 m. The principal garden appeal of this plant is its unusual green-colored flower brushes.

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