Plant Library

Turtlehead Hot Lips

Common Name: Turtlehead

Botanical Name: Chelone

Variety: Hot Lips

Blossom Color: Pink

Bloom Time: Aug-Oct

Zone: 3 to 8

Exposure: Sun/Pt Shade

Mature Height: 28-32"

Mature Width: 20-24"

Notes: (chee-LOW-nee) Rosy-purple flowers resembling turtle’s head in late summer and fall. Ovate shiny rich dark green leaves. 2-3’ plants-pinch to reduce height. Grow in rich, evenly moist soil. Cut. Butterflies. Borders. Watersides.