What color are the Bells of Ireland?
Bells of Ireland or shellflower, Molucella laevis, is a half-hardy annual that produces unusual pale green to emerald green, funnel-shaped “bells” along green stems in summer. The persistent bells are the showy calyx (cup-shaped leaves around the base of the flowers) which surrounds tiny fragrant white flowers. Moluccella laevis (Bells of Ireland, Lady-in-the-Bathtub, Molucca Balm, Shell Flowers) | North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox.
Will Bells of Ireland come back every year?
Bells of Ireland are often considered a “Hardy Annual”, which means they prefer cooler weather and have some frost tolerance. This also means they are a late spring/early summer blooming flower (they usually die out by mid/late July, when it gets hot). Yellow leaves signal water, nutrient issues; check for over/underwatering and deficiencies. Inspect for pests, diseases, and adjust watering to prevent further yellowing. Regular care and early intervention keep Bells of Ireland healthy.
What does the green Bells of Ireland mean?
Symbolism: Bells Of Ireland flower, with their vibrant green color and their bell-like shape, are often correlated with other Celtic symbols and represent good luck, prosperity, and abundance. Loved by the Irish and Irish diaspora, as well as anyone celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day, the shamrock is a symbol of Ireland, worn on clothes and seen on objects. Not to be confused with a lucky four leaf clover, the shamrock has three leaves – which are key to the reason that the shamrock is now a symbol of Ireland.