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What is this ???? (Turtlehead)

by Bunny Rawlings
(Eastern Ontario)

you have already told me it is a turtlehead and now I am going to try and "upload" !!! Does this plant need any special care ? Thanks

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What is this ???? (Turtlehead)

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turtleshead
by: Anonymous

Chelone will do well in either Sun or Shade. I would avoid full afternoon sun if it is possible so the color is at its peak. We have used is in bright full shade areas and it does very well. I would probably not fertilize it much even if it seems to take awhile to spread since the 2nd or 3rd year it will need to be split. It is slow to emerge in the spring, but fortunately it is a fall bloomer. Plant annuals with it for a year or so to fill it in. Its great. Its a good one for poor soil. Put it in your trouble spots. Dry or wet doesn't seem to make any difference. A real garden gem!!!
Pink Turtlehead
by: Nori

Chelone lyonii - native to southeastern U.S., hardy to Zone 3, and I think it appreciates a moist soil, but like everyone has said, a really easy plant. And you have to love it blooming in September and October! A favourite of mine.
Latin Name
by: Roberta

This is a Chelone and doesn't really need any special care it is pretty self sufficient.
easy care
by: Anonymous

Bunny .. Turtlehead plants are easy care ones .. They do like a bit of shade too but I think they can tolerate quite a bit of sun. If you do a search on the net you will have more information. They do multiply .. mine did a little too agressively so due to lack of room .. I was mean and kicked it out .. haha
Joy : )
Turtlehead care-
by: Anonymous

The botanical name "Chelone" pronounced "Sha Low' Nay" This is at least a zone 4 perennial. It will spread out from underground and it attracts many bumblebees. It is a great fall bloomer and probably one of the hardiest and easiest plants I have had. It needs nothing, just be prepared to share a lot of it in its 3rd year as it will suddenly take off. If you have a spot, let it just go. We all love it at our house.

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