
Chelone glabra - White turtle head
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Chelone glabra
White turtle head
More About White turtle head
- Accent specimen - white color late summer into fall
- Deep green foliage on stiff upright stems with lance shaped leaves
Chelone glabra, White turtle head, is a deer resistant perennial perfect for shaded or woodland gardens with moist soil. Striking white snapdragon like flowers are a great addition to the garden in late summer & early fall when color may be lacking from many other plants. Butterflies & native bees will enjoy the nectar from the 2-3' stiffly upright stalks of 2-lipped flowers resembling a turtle head. Chelone glabra is a perfect companion to Physostegia (Obedient Plant).
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