Family: Scrophulariaceae

Scientific Name: Chelone glabra Black Ace

Common Name: Black Ace Turtle Head

DescriptionA late blooming perennial that likes moist sites.
Pronunciation(chel-O-nee)(GLA-bra)
Plant TypeAll Plants, Perennials Hardy
Hardiness Zone3-7
Sunlightfull, mostly sunny, shaded, needs good moisture for full sun
Moisturemoist, does best in constant moisture
Soil & Siteaverage, moist
Flowerswhite, borne in dense terminal spikes, late summer early fall, hooded, snapdragon-like, two-lipped, white flowers
Leavesdark green leaves, oposite, lanceolate
Dimensions3-4 feet tall,
Propagationdivision
Cultivar OriginA selection from Craig Moretz.
Misc Facts(syn. C. obliqua var alba)
Author's NotesI have grown Chelone and I quickly learned that they flounder in dry situations
Notes & Reference#04-Herbaceous Perennial Plants (Allan Armitage)
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