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Chelone glabra

Turtlehead (Snakeshead)

Tight terminals of tubular, two-lipped, white (often pink-tinged) blooms resemble "turtle heads" or snapdragons. A stiffly erect, clump-forming perennial.

  • »  AKA Chelone oblique 'Alba'
  • »  Predominantly white flowers are sometimes tinged with pink
  • »  Flowers are hooded and look similar to snapdragons
  • »  Sturdy, square stems hold glossy, lance-shaped leaves, up to 10 cm in length
  • »  Bloom Time: July to September
  • »  Flower Size: 2.5 cm

Plug50
$8.75
1 Litre
$17.33
1gal
$20.83
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:60-90 cm
  • Spread:40-50 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
Moist to Wet Soils
Moist to Average
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
Medium
Flowering Time
Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
Clumping
Upright
Foliage Color
Green
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Additional Information about Chelone glabra

Native to Ontario

Genus name is derived from the Greek word chelone meaning 'tortoise'.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Chelone glabra

Grows best in a moist to wet, rich, humus soil, in partial shade. Naturally found in moist meadows, along stream banks or in swamps. Chelone will benefit from a midsummer pruning to promote a more compact plant and better branching habit.