USDA Zone: 3-9
Turtleheads are native wildflowers that adapt beautifully to garden conditions. In this selection, plants form an upright, bushy mound of shiny green foliage, bronzy-green early in the season. In late summer, plants form upright stems of large rosy-pink hooded flowers. Best in a moist or wet site, this also adapts well to average border conditions. Terrific at the waterside. Excellent for cutting. Showy and long lived. Attractive to butterflies. Plants are easily divided in spring.
Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade
Soil Type
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist or
Wet
Care Level
Easy
Flower Colour
white to pale pink
Blooming Time
Late Summer
Early Fall
Mid Fall
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Attracts Butterflies
Border
Cut Flower
Massed
Waterside
Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
Large
Height
60-90 cm
23-35 inches
Spread
45-60 cm
18-23 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium