Turtlehead 'Alba'
Family: Scrophulariaceae
(Figwort Family)
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Height: 24-35 inches
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Spread: 18-24 inches
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Bloom Time: August to
September
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Bloom: terminal spikes of large white
hood flowers
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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 butterflies
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Care: slowly
expanding clumps can be divided in spring; 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: species native
to midwest and southeast U.S.
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Notes: dark green
foliage on a 20 inch tall clump
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Teaching Garden
Location & Code: Wet Garden D029
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