Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips' / TURTLEHEAD
Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips', commonly known as Turtlehead, is a striking perennial that produces bold, two-tone pink flowers that resemble a turtle's head, blooming in late summer to early fall. The plant features deep green, glossy foliage that complements the vibrant, pink and white blooms, which are highly attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies. 'Hot Lips' thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial to full shade, making it ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or near water features. Its dense, clumping growth habit adds structure and texture to garden beds, while its long blooming period provides continuous color well into the cooler months. Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips' is perfect for adding a pop of color and unique charm to shaded or moisture-rich garden spaces.
· ORIGIN - NC native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - Rosy Pink
· HEIGHT - 36-40"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips', commonly known as Turtlehead, is a striking perennial that produces bold, two-tone pink flowers that resemble a turtle's head, blooming in late summer to early fall. The plant features deep green, glossy foliage that complements the vibrant, pink and white blooms, which are highly attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies. 'Hot Lips' thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial to full shade, making it ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or near water features. Its dense, clumping growth habit adds structure and texture to garden beds, while its long blooming period provides continuous color well into the cooler months. Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips' is perfect for adding a pop of color and unique charm to shaded or moisture-rich garden spaces.
· ORIGIN - NC native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - Rosy Pink
· HEIGHT - 36-40"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips', commonly known as Turtlehead, is a striking perennial that produces bold, two-tone pink flowers that resemble a turtle's head, blooming in late summer to early fall. The plant features deep green, glossy foliage that complements the vibrant, pink and white blooms, which are highly attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies. 'Hot Lips' thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial to full shade, making it ideal for woodland gardens, shaded borders, or near water features. Its dense, clumping growth habit adds structure and texture to garden beds, while its long blooming period provides continuous color well into the cooler months. Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips' is perfect for adding a pop of color and unique charm to shaded or moisture-rich garden spaces.
· ORIGIN - NC native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - Rosy Pink
· HEIGHT - 36-40"
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
