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White Turtlehead - Organic

bare-root plants
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$9.00
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Item: 7686-A
$24.00
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Item: 7686-B
Chelone glabra

2–4' tall. Unique North American native wildflower features white hooded blossoms. Chelone is Greek for ‘tortoise,’ hence its common name Turtlehead. Upright stems with boldly veined shiny green leaves  are topped by elegant spikes of hooded flowers shaped very much like a turtle’s head. One of the last flowers to bloom, along with the asters, a final feast for the bumblebees.

 Try planting en masse at the mouth of a woodland path or at the water’s edge; it’s also happy in garden beds. Deer avoid the bitter foliage. Dappled sunlight is recommended, but ours is flourishing on the shady north side of the house. Plant about 12" apart in moist soil. Z4. (bare-root crowns)

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Quick Details
Bloom Color
white
Maine Grown
Yes
Lifecycle
perennial
Hardy to Zone
4
Additional Information

Herbaceous Perennial Plants

When you receive your order, open the bags and check the stock immediately. Roots and crowns should be firm and pliable. Surface mold is harmless and will not affect the plant’s future performance. Store plants in their packaging in a cool (35–40°) location until you are ready to plant. If it’s going to be awhile, you can pot up your perennials.

Do not plant bare-root perennial plant crowns directly outdoors before danger of frost has passed. Wet and/or cold conditions for an extended period may cause rotting.

For more info:
About planting bare-root perennials

Shipping

Items from our perennial plants warehouse ordered on or before February 20 will ship from March through early May, starting with warmer areas and finishing in colder areas.

Orders placed after February 20 will ship from April to May.