Common Name
White turtlehead
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
3.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8
Commercially available
Yes
Additional Info
Habitat: moist areas along stream banks, open woodlands, fens, flood plains and marshes.
Wildlife value: This plant attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. Also supports Baltimore Checkerspot (Euphydryas phaeton). It also supports Common Buckeye (Junonia coenia).
Flower Color
Cream/White
Pink
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Fall
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Wet
Moist
Soil Texture
Clay
Loamy
Sandy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Climate-smart plant
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Hummingbirds
Tolerates
Nurseries that may carry live plant
Carries Seeds (may not be available)