Plant Type: Herbaceous
Climate Zones: Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7
Light Levels: Part Shade, Shade
Water Needs: Regular
Maintenance Needs: Low
Season of Interest: Fall, Summer
Average Height: 3-4'
Soil Type: Moist Tolerant
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil Drainage: Moist
Attract Wildlife: Attracts Pollinators
Tolerances: Juglone Tolerant
Native Plants: Northeastern U.S. Native
Colors: White
Other: Nice Fall Foliage, Pollinator Attracting
Chelone glabra, commonly known as turtlehead, is a native perennial that produces elegant spikes of white flowers in late summer and early fall. It thrives in moist, shady areas, making it a great choice for rain gardens and borders, while its attractive foliage provides nice fall color.