For years, I had seen bells of Ireland in seed and plant catalogues — at least before plant catalogues, much like daily newspapers, became an endangered species. Every time I saw its picture, I ...

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama-- Dear Harvey, This little plant was in a flower arrangement my wife received lately. It has dainty white buds in the pale green petals. What is it, and can I root it for future ...

Flowers. Bells of Ireland (Moluccella laevis) is highly satisfying to grow due to its unusual look and ease of care. Its name is misleading since it is native to the droughty habitat of Mediterranean ...

LEAVES: Roundish to heart-shaped. FLOWERS: Fragrant, showy and numerous. Green bells are calyx, which collectively are sepal (outermost series of flower parts, arranged in a ring outside the petals).

Question: I grew bells of Ireland from seed and wanted to dry them. I was advised by a friend to cut them and put them in an empty vase to dry, but it didn't work. I also tried hanging them to dry, ...

Irish eyes are smiling today, although some likely are bloodshot. St. Patrick’s Day celebrations — many commencing last week — force people outside. For some, it’s to take in a parade. For others, ...

Rosalie Sorrels was prompted to write a song when she was inspired by a particular flower common throughout Ireland. The tune is part of our occasional series, "What's in a Song" which comes to us ...