Chelone glabra Black Ace (White Turtlehead)
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Tubular white flowers that look like small turtle heads bloom opposite each on stems of dark green-black foliage. Moderate growth rate.
Host plant of the Baltimore Checkerspot butterfly.
Blooms mid summer to fall
2-3 ft tall x 1.5-2.5 ft wide
HARDY to -40°F (-40°C)
Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Deer and rabbit resistant
Tolerant to juglone
| Zone | Zone 3 |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Partial Shade |
| Moisture | Moderate to Consistent Moisture |
| Native to | Native Cultivar |
