White Turtlehead

White Turtlehead

Chelone glabra 

 

Description: The flower resembles a turtle’s head, with nearly closed petals.
Propagation: Seeds or divisions
Initial bloom (month and week): August W3
Garden name: Sunny Wetland Garden
Color of flower: White and pink
Height: 36″
Spread: 18″
Family: Plantaginaceae
Soil type: Neutral to acidic sand or loam
Soil moisture: Moist to wet
Light: Full to part sun
Zone: 3-8

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