Chelone obliqua Alba
Chelone obliqua Alba

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Chelone obliqua 'Alba' – The Elegant White Turtlehead
A Late-Summer Blooming Perennial with Unique, Pure White Flowers
Chelone obliqua 'Alba', commonly known as White Turtlehead, is a striking and reliable perennial that brings elegance to the garden with its unique, pure white, snapdragon-like flowers. Blooming from late summer into autumn, its upright stems and lush green foliage create a bold statement in borders, cottage gardens, and naturalised areas.
Loved by pollinators, particularly bees and butterflies, this low-maintenance and long-flowering perennial thrives in moist soils, making it an excellent choice for woodland edges, wetter gardens, and water-side plantings as well as more normal garden settings.
- Height: Easily maintained to 60cm
- Spread: Easily maintained to 50cm
- Foliage Colour: Green
- Flower Colour: White
- Flowering Season: Summer and Autumn
- Soil Type: Moist, well drained, loam, clay
- Position: Full Sun - Partial Shade
- Hardiness: Fully Hardy once established, H5 (down to -10)
- Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Why Choose Chelone obliqua 'Alba'?
- Elegant White Flowers – Distinctive turtlehead-shaped blooms add charm and brightness to the late-season garden.
- Late-Summer to Autumn Blooms – Provides much-needed colour when many other perennials begin to fade.
- Pollinator-Friendly – Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting biodiversity in the garden.
- Moisture-Loving & Hardy – Thrives in damp conditions, making it perfect for rain gardens and pond edges.
- Low-Maintenance & Deer-Resistant – A tough perennial that requires little care once established.
How to Grow & Care for Chelone obliqua 'Alba'
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Watering: Enjoys moist, well-drained soil; benefits from regular watering in dry periods.
- Soil: Thrives in rich, slightly acidic to neutral soil with consistent moisture.
- Pruning: Cut back in late autumn or early spring to encourage fresh new growth.
Perfect for Any Garden Setting
- Cottage & Wildlife Gardens: Adds late-season colour while attracting beneficial pollinators.
- Borders & Mixed Plantings: Provides height and structure in perennial beds.
- Rain Gardens & Moist Areas: An excellent choice for naturally damp or boggy spots.
- Cut Flower Arrangements: Long-lasting blooms make beautiful additions to fresh bouquets.
Order Your Chelone obliqua 'Alba' Today
With its elegant white blooms, wildlife-friendly nature, and easy-care appeal, Chelone obliqua 'Alba' is a must-have for any garden looking for late-season interest.
Limited stock available – order now to enjoy this stunning perennial in your garden!
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- Dispatch Time: Allow up to 5 working days for dispatch, extended to 10 during peak times.
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- No International Delivery.
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- Local Delivery: £5 within 5 miles of North Perrott, including Montacute, Stoke Sub Hamdon, etc.
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