Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips' | Hot Lips Turtlehead
DESCRIPTION
Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips’ is a perennial native to the southeastern United States, particularly found in moist woodlands and along stream banks. This cultivar is notable for its deep pink, hooded flowers that resemble a turtle's head, blooming from late summer into early fall. The blossoms are arranged in dense spikes atop sturdy, reddish stems, providing a vibrant display during a time when many other perennials have finished flowering.
A distinguishing feature of 'Hot Lips' is its foliage, which emerges with a bronze tint in spring before maturing to a lustrous deep green. This rich foliage contrasts beautifully with the vivid pink flowers. Additionally, 'Hot Lips' is known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies, enhancing its value in pollinator-friendly gardens. Its preference for moist soils makes it an excellent choice for areas such as stream edges, bog gardens, or other damp locations.
DESCRIPTION
Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips’ is a perennial native to the southeastern United States, particularly found in moist woodlands and along stream banks. This cultivar is notable for its deep pink, hooded flowers that resemble a turtle's head, blooming from late summer into early fall. The blossoms are arranged in dense spikes atop sturdy, reddish stems, providing a vibrant display during a time when many other perennials have finished flowering.
A distinguishing feature of 'Hot Lips' is its foliage, which emerges with a bronze tint in spring before maturing to a lustrous deep green. This rich foliage contrasts beautifully with the vivid pink flowers. Additionally, 'Hot Lips' is known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies, enhancing its value in pollinator-friendly gardens. Its preference for moist soils makes it an excellent choice for areas such as stream edges, bog gardens, or other damp locations.
DESCRIPTION
Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips’ is a perennial native to the southeastern United States, particularly found in moist woodlands and along stream banks. This cultivar is notable for its deep pink, hooded flowers that resemble a turtle's head, blooming from late summer into early fall. The blossoms are arranged in dense spikes atop sturdy, reddish stems, providing a vibrant display during a time when many other perennials have finished flowering.
A distinguishing feature of 'Hot Lips' is its foliage, which emerges with a bronze tint in spring before maturing to a lustrous deep green. This rich foliage contrasts beautifully with the vivid pink flowers. Additionally, 'Hot Lips' is known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies, enhancing its value in pollinator-friendly gardens. Its preference for moist soils makes it an excellent choice for areas such as stream edges, bog gardens, or other damp locations.
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Family: Plantaginaceae
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Width: 1 to 2 feet
Foliage color: Emerges bronze, matures to deep green
Flower color: Deep pink
Bloom time: Late summer to early fall
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Prefers moist to wet soils; tolerates average moisture once established
Maintenance: Low; deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming
Growing zone: USDA zones 3 to 8
Wildlife attractors: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds; deer resistantThis plant can be seen in the Oregon trial garden at Monrovia.
