Turtlehead ‘Hot Lips’ (Chelone lyonii)

Type:
Herbaceous Perennial

Light needs:
Full sun to Part shade

Water needs:
Wet - Medium

Height:
2 - 4’

Spacing:
1.5 - 2.5’

Bloom Time:
Summer to Fall

Bloom Color:
Pink/Hot pink

Ecological Benefits:
Host to Checkerspot Butterfly and about 20 other butterfly species. Source of nectar for pollinators and hummingbirds.

Description:
Native to woodland and stream areas, Chelone is a versatile plant that could work in a rain or pollinator garden. Spreads by rhizome. Tolerates full shade, but will flop.