Lush deep-green, shiny leaves topped with hot rosy-pink flowers which are shaped like little turtle heads; tolerant to moisture, this spreading plant is fantastic for stream edges and in bog gardens
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Hot Lips Turtlehead has masses of beautiful hot pink hooded flowers at the ends of the stems from late summer to mid fall, which are most effective when planted in groupings. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its glossy pointy leaves remain dark green in color throughout the season. The fruit is not ornamentally significant.
Hot Lips Turtlehead is a dense herbaceous perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its medium texture blends into the garden, but can always be balanced by a couple of finer or coarser plants for an effective composition.
This plant will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best cleaned up in early spring before it resumes active growth for the season.
| Dimensions | 3 × 3 in |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips' |
| Exposure | Full Sun To Part Sun |
| Water Requirements | Regular Water |
| Height | 3' |
| Width | 3' |
| Deer Resistance | Y |
| Attracts Pollinators | N |
| Photo Credit | NET PS |
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