Chelone obliqua | Pink Turtlehead | Starter Plant Plug | Native Wildflower

Bring Home Nature’s Magic: Chelone obliqua Starter Plant Plug
 
Add a burst of vibrant color and charm to your garden with Chelone obliqua, commonly known as Pink Turtlehead. This hardy perennial is beloved for its unique, snapdragon-like blossoms that resemble a turtle’s head, hence its playful name. Perfect for moist gardens, pond edges, or shaded spots, this native wildflower brings life and beauty to spaces where many plants struggle.

Blooming from late summer into fall, Chelone obliqua provides vital nectar for pollinators at a time when few other flowers are in bloom. Its striking pink clusters sit atop tall, upright stems with lush green foliage, creating a bold and eye-catching display.
 
By planting Chelone obliqua, you’re not only enhancing your landscape—you’re also helping to support pollinators, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it an eco-friendly choice for sustainable gardening.

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🎯 Please Note: The photos represent plants in various stages of growth and are not indicative of the exact plant you will receive. Our focus is on the potential of the plants to thrive, not their size at the time of sale. We seed multiple times throughout the season, so depending on the year, plants may be dormant, small, or just starting to grow. If your plants do not flourish, please contact us for a refund or replacement.

BENEFITS OF PLANTING CHELONE OBLIQUA
🌱 Late-Season Blooms – Provides bright pink flowers in late summer through fall, adding much-needed color when most plants are fading.
🌱 Pollinator Friendly – Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds with its nectar-rich blossoms.
🌱 Moisture-Loving – Thrives in damp soils, rain gardens, or along pond edges, making it ideal for water-tolerant landscapes.
🌱 Shade Tolerant – Grows beautifully in partial shade, bringing color to harder-to-fill garden areas.
🌱 Low Maintenance – A hardy native perennial that’s easy to grow and care for, returning year after year.
🌱 Native Species – Adapted to local ecosystems, making it a sustainable and resilient choice for your garden.

Planting Guide Included
Hardiness Zones: 4–9
Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Season of Interest: Late Summer – Fall
Life Cycle: Perennial
Bloom Time: August – October
Bloom Color: Bright Pink
Height: 2’–4’
Spread: 1’–2’
Water Needs: High (Moist to Wet Soil)
Maintenance: Low
Soil Type: Loam, Clay
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage: Moist but Well Drained, Wet
 
Shipping Information
We ship fresh-to-order starter plugs early in the week to ensure healthy arrival and avoid weekend delays. Each plug is labeled with its common and scientific name. We pack carefully with air pillows and recyclable materials to protect your plants during transit.
 
Carbon Emission Statement
We reduce our footprint by using recycled materials whenever possible and responsibly sourcing plants. By growing and shipping Chelone obliqua, we also help preserve native wetland and woodland ecosystems that sustain pollinators and wildlife for future generations.