.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Hot Lips' Turtlehead Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips' Description A vibrant perennial featuring striking reddish-pink blooms with distinctive lips, ideal for adding color and intrigue to your garden. This native North American plant thrives in moist, woodland settings and attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Suggested Uses Perfect for border plantings, cottage gardens, woodland gardens, pollinator gardens, and shaded landscape areas. It can also be grown in containers for patio use. Plant Details Botanical Name: Hot Lips' Turtlehead Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips' Common Name: Hot Lips' Turtlehead Size & Growth: 2-4 feet tall, spread 1-2 feet, Slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 4-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous, ovate green leaves Bloom Time: Summer to early fall Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Partial shade to full shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: Not typically indoor grown Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes, blooms last for several weeks Grows Well With: Ferns, astilbe, hostas, shade-loving perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring after the last frost in moist, well-drained soil. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, mulching helps retain moisture. Soil Type: Rich, loamy soil with organic matter. Humidity: Prefers higher humidity environments. Pruning Instructions: Remove spent flowers to encourage further blooming and remove dead or damaged foliage. Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones; in milder zones, cut back and mulch if needed. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery container. Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring. Special Care: Ensure adequate moisture and shade during hottest summer months.
