The quiet hero of the cutting garden.
Bells of Ireland is one of those plants you plant once and wonder how you ever arranged without it. A true cutting garden staple, it produces tall, lime-green spires lined with delicate, bell-shaped blooms that bring structure, freshness, and a sense of ease to mixed bouquets. The color is crisp and clean, acting as the perfect backdrop for both soft pastels and bold summer hues.
Heavily branched and wonderfully productive, this hardy annual delivers armfuls of usable stems over the season. It solves a common arranging problem by adding height and rhythm without overpowering other flowers. If you love bouquets that feel airy, layered, and intentional, this is a must-grow.
Because every great arrangement needs a strong, beautiful foundation.
Details:
✔ Plant type: Hardy annual
✔ Height: 24 to 36 in
✔ Site: Full sun
✔ Days to maturity: 90 to 110 days
✔ Plant spacing: 12 in
✔ Pinch: Not necessary
✔ Approx. 50 seeds per packet
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes:
Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before last frost and transplant outdoors once all danger of frost has passed. Germination can be slow and uneven, so patience is key. Pre-chilling seeds in the freezer for 10 to 14 days, or placing freshly sown trays outside for a few weeks before bringing them back to warmth, can help encourage more consistent sprouting.
Harvesting & Vase Life:
Harvest once the green bells begin forming along the stem. Remove leaves from the lower half of the stem, as they tend to yellow quickly. Expect a vase life of 7 to 10 days.
A timeless foliage favourite that brings structure, softness, and balance to every bouquet.
