Description
Black Ace White Turtlehead brings tall, elegant structure to Massachusetts gardens with its upright clumps and late-summer blooms. Its striking white flowers resemble turtle heads and stand out from August to September. Slowly spreading by rhizomes, this perennial fits well in wetland edges, woodland borders, or rain gardens.
Native to eastern North America, Black Ace White Turtlehead is well-adapted to Massachusetts climates and adds diversity to native plantings. It thrives in moist soil and partial shade, making it ideal for naturalistic designs. Black Ace White Turtlehead also supports pollinators, including native bumblebees and butterflies.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Chelone glabra 'Black Ace'
Color: white
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: around 1 – 2 times every couple weeks
Soil: moist, well draining soil
Zone: 5 – 8
Plant Shape: upright spreading
Plant Type: perennial
Mature Size: height (4'), width (18″)
Blooming Season: late summer – early fall
Growth Rate: medium
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