Chelone, Pink Turtlehead, Lyon's Turtlehead

I have been growing Turtlehead for at least 15 years. A white version shows up occasionally, several inches away from the pink patch. Bo...Read Moreth colors are reliable bloomers.

In late May, I pinched some of the tallest branches to make them develop two leaders instead of just one, reducing the overall height somewhat.

This year (and last year) it is troubled by powdery mildew. I had not seen that in the past.

My favorite aspect of Turtlehead is watching the large bumblebees crawling into the blossom and disappearing, then backing out just like a car coming out of a garage. Very entertaining. I grow the plant near my patio in a patch of clay-like soil that holds extra moisture.

zone 6 southeastern PA

This is a terrific plant for late summer color. It blends in with the border all summer long with nice clean deep green foliage until la...Read Morete summer when it it is covered in pink blossoms. I have a 5x5 patch that is slowly expanding if I don't beat it back occaisionaly.

I believe the spelling is Chelone lyonni

A good perennial for late summer colour. Doesn't like excessive heat. A bushy perennial that likes full Sun and a moist soil. Combine wit...Read Moreh other late summer flowers. pokerboy.