Bells of Ireland Seeds Namibia

Bells of Ireland is a striking cut flower for gardeners who love height, structure, and that fresh green look that makes bouquets feel instantly elegant. With its tall stems lined with soft green bells, it brings drama, movement, and a lovely cottage-garden feel to arrangements.

At Love Dahlias Namibia, we love Bells of Ireland for the way it adds height and freshness to bouquets without needing bright colour to make an impact. If you have been searching for Bells of Ireland seed in Namibia, green cut flower seed Namibia, or cut flower seeds in Namibia, this is a beautiful and rewarding variety to grow.

Bells of Ireland is an annual that grows best in sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is a wonderful choice for the cutting garden and can also be grown at the back of beds and borders for height and interest. Staking may be needed to help support plants as they grow.

Packet Size: 30 seeds

Growing information
Days to germination: 12–21 days at 18–20°C
For best germination, chill seed for 1–2 weeks at 1.7–4.4°C before sowing.

Sowing:
Direct seed (recommended): Sow in early spring when soil is 10–16°C. Do not cover the seed, as light is required for germination.
Transplant: Sow 6–8 weeks before planting out in individual 3-inch containers or cell packs, as plants have taproots and do not transplant well. Bottom water or mist lightly to avoid covering the seed with displaced soil. Harden off and transplant outside after all danger of frost has passed.

Light preference: Sun / Part Shade
Soil requirements: Well-drained soil
Plant spacing: 25–30 cm
Hardiness: Annual
Uses: Fresh or dried cut flower, back of beds, borders, or cottage gardens
Scientific name: Moluccella laevis

Harvest information
Harvest regularly to encourage the plant to produce side shoots.
Fresh: Cut when the flowers are half open and green.
Dried: Cut when the bells have become firm to the touch.

Why growers love Bells of Ireland

• Beautiful tall green stems for bouquets
• Adds height, structure, and freshness to arrangements
• Excellent for both fresh and dried work
• Lovely in cottage gardens and cutting gardens
• A wonderful choice for Namibian gardeners wanting elegant green flowers