Pink Turtle Head
Family: Scrophulariaceae
(Figwort Family)
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Height: 30 inches
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Spread: 2 feet
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Bloom Time: August to
September
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Bloom: terminal spikes of light pink snapdragons
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Light: full sun to
part shade
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Soil: prefers rich,
moist soil
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Moisture: medium to wet
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Use: shade or
woodland gardens, rain garden, bog garden, edge of ponds or water garden;
wildflower or native plant garden; attracts bees and butterflies
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Care: pinch in spring if denser growth or
shorter height is desired
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Concerns: no serious
insect or disease problems
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Native to: midwest and
southeast U.S.
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Notes: handsome,
glossy foliage; slowly expanding clumps; tolerates black walnut
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Supplier: The Flower Factory
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Teaching Garden
Location & Code: Shade Garden F014; Sidewalk Garden G059
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