The minimum Plug Connection order is four total trays (each tray can be a different variety)

A full shipping box contains FOUR 128 cell trays or a combination of 128 and 288 cell trays. 

*If you are only ordering 288 cell trays, then FIVE trays will fill a box. 

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Photo Credit: Amanda Keene of Flowers on Phoenix grew these tremendous Bells of Ireland from Farmer Bailey plugs. 

Common Name	Bells of Ireland
Genus	Moluccella
Species	M. laevis
Family	Lamiaceae
Life Cycle	Hardy annual
Format	Plugs
Plug Care	Harden off and plant immediately after arrival, do not  allow plugs to become rootbound or experience any  stressful conditions prior to planting or they may flower  prematurely. Be gentle with the root ball while  transplanting as this species does not like root disturbances.
Netting / Staking	1-2 layers of netting is recommended.
Temperature Range	These are cold loving plants - plugs should be planted a  couple weeks before the last frost date in your area. They can handle a light frost but should be protected   during a heavy frost event. A long cool period while establishing will give the tallest, best quality stems. The plants will stop producing and decline in quality as the heat of summer starts to kick in mid-July.
Spacing	10-14"
Soil Preference	Neutral to slightly acidic pH, well drained and nutrient  rich. Amend bed with compost and granular fertilizer before planting.
Day Length	Day Neutral. Plant in full sun.
Pinching	Do not pinch.
When to Plant	Plant in early spring, before the last frost. They can handle a light frost but should be protected from a deep freeze event.
Harvesting	Expect flowers to appear only 5-6 weeks after transplanting (temperature depending). For fresh cuts,  wait until you see the small white flowers starting to develop within the bells. If harvesting to dry, wait until the small white flowers are completely open.
Post Harvest Care	Expect up to one week vase life. For a cleaner look, try  stripping or snipping all the leaves from between the bells. Cut stems should be placed into cool water immediately. Hang upside down in warm, dry, well ventilated area for drying.
Diseases / Insects	Moluccella plants are very robust plants are rarely suffer from disease or insect pressure.
Bailey's Notes	Bells of Ireland do have thorns hidden between the bells so be aware of these during harvest.  If the seeds are allowed to mature and fall from the plant they will readily germinate the following spring.
Resources	Three Acre Farm Guide to Growing Bells of Ireland

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Photo Credit: Amanda Keene of Flowers on Phoenix grew these tremendous Bells of Ireland from Farmer Bailey plugs. 

Common Name	Bells of Ireland
Genus	Moluccella
Species	M. laevis
Family	Lamiaceae
Life Cycle	Hardy annual
Format	Plugs
Plug Care	Harden off and plant immediately after arrival, do not  allow plugs to become rootbound or experience any  stressful conditions prior to planting or they may flower  prematurely. Be gentle with the root ball while  transplanting as this species does not like root disturbances.
Netting / Staking	1-2 layers of netting is recommended.
Temperature Range	These are cold loving plants - plugs should be planted a  couple weeks before the last frost date in your area. They can handle a light frost but should be protected   during a heavy frost event. A long cool period while establishing will give the tallest, best quality stems. The plants will stop producing and decline in quality as the heat of summer starts to kick in mid-July.
Spacing	10-14"
Soil Preference	Neutral to slightly acidic pH, well drained and nutrient  rich. Amend bed with compost and granular fertilizer before planting.
Day Length	Day Neutral. Plant in full sun.
Pinching	Do not pinch.
When to Plant	Plant in early spring, before the last frost. They can handle a light frost but should be protected from a deep freeze event.
Harvesting	Expect flowers to appear only 5-6 weeks after transplanting (temperature depending). For fresh cuts,  wait until you see the small white flowers starting to develop within the bells. If harvesting to dry, wait until the small white flowers are completely open.
Post Harvest Care	Expect up to one week vase life. For a cleaner look, try  stripping or snipping all the leaves from between the bells. Cut stems should be placed into cool water immediately. Hang upside down in warm, dry, well ventilated area for drying.
Diseases / Insects	Moluccella plants are very robust plants are rarely suffer from disease or insect pressure.
Bailey's Notes	Bells of Ireland do have thorns hidden between the bells so be aware of these during harvest.  If the seeds are allowed to mature and fall from the plant they will readily germinate the following spring.
Resources	Three Acre Farm Guide to Growing Bells of Ireland