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Red Turtlehead

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Red Turtlehead

Native wildflower

Chelone obliqua

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 5–9
  • 60 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 18" spacing
  • High water
  • Perennial
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  • Overview

    Red Turtlehead (Chelone obliqua) is a perennial native wildflower. Hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9. Prefers full sun.

  • Planting

    Direct sow in spring after last frost, or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Seeds benefit from cold stratification (4-6 weeks moist, cold treatment) to improve germination rates.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained soil, slightly acidic to neutral pH; adaptable to various soil types including moist conditions. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 14-21 days.