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Chelone glabra

Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 45 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft)
Light partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Chelone glabra (turtlehead) bears showy and white flowers during late summer to mid-fall. This herbaceous perennial has greyish green foliage.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Chelone glabra .
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Chelone glabra (turtlehead) may be invasive.