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White Turtlehead

Chelone glabra, Plantaginaceae

Zones
3a–8b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (optimal)Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

HighHigh

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Bell PepperCapsicum annuum
Beneficial Insect Habitat
Blue Flag IrisIris versicolor
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Asian GinsengPanax ginseng
Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

CleaversGalium aparine

Cleavers can climb and smother turtle head plants, blocking essential sunlight

Uses

Functions

Pollinator SupportMedicine

Common Questions

What zones does White Turtlehead grow in?

White Turtlehead grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 8b.

What are good companion plants for White Turtlehead?

Good companions for White Turtlehead include Bell Pepper, Blue Flag Iris, Asian Ginseng.

Design guilds with White Turtlehead and see companion relationships visually.

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