Chelone glabra (White Turtlehead)

Description

Chelone glabra (White Turtlehead)

• Light: Full Sun to Part Shade (prefers some shade in hot summers).

• Soil: Rich, moist to wet soil. Thrives in boggy areas or rain gardens.

• Height & Spread: 2–3 ft tall; 1.5–2.5 ft wide.

• Highlights:

  • Named for its unique flowers that resemble the head of a turtle.

  • Ecological Vitality: It is the primary larval host plant for the Baltimore Checkerspot butterfly.

  • Late-season bloomer (late summer to fall) that tolerates wet feet and is generally deer resistant.