Turtlehead

Common name

Turtlehead

Botanical name

Chelone lyonii

Variety

Hot Lips

Zone

USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).

Light

Part sun

Height

24-36" (61-91 cm)

Habit

Upright

Feed

Use all-purpose

Water

Weekly during dry spells

Bloom Color

Pink

Bloom Time

Summer-fall

Maintenance

Mulch to reduce weeds

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About

Striking flowers, set off nicely by dark foliage, attract butterflies to your garden. Stunning late-season color for shaded gardens; lovely planted with fall anemones and asters. Grows well in moist or average soil; needs more moisture in full sun.

Companion Plants

Columbine

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