Chelone obliqua (Turtle Head) Flowers Red Deep crimson scarlet to rose

Deep crimson scarlet to rose flowers

lovely herbaceous Hydrangea for temperate gardens

pubescent new growth

Notes:  Plants do best when planted with good rich soil that does not dry out too much during the summer

Natural Range:  Hybrid

Chelone obliqua (Turtle Head) Flowers Red Deep crimson scarlet to roseFamily: Plantaginaceae Zone: 5 9 Natural Range: Midwestern and Eastern US Soil: Average, moist humus rich Light: Sun, part shade Height: 28" Bloom Time: July to September Attracts: Bees Pest Resistance: Deer Attributes: Deciduous. Clump forming perennial with deep carmine rose flowers. Notes: Appreciates organically rich compost. Pot Size: 4" Band Pot