Overview
Chelone obliqua 'Praecox Nana' is a perennial in the genus Chelone, part of the Plantaginaceae family. Chelone obliqua 'Praecox Nana' grows best in partial shade and full sun, and tolerates moist and well-drained soils. It is native to United States.
About
Chelone obliqua 'Praecox Nana' is a perennial in the Plantaginaceae grown for its turtlehead-shaped, two-lipped flowers. It blooms in August to September, with flowers typically in pink to rose tones and occasionally red, purple or white. Plants prefer partial shade to full sun in moist, well-drained soil and are native to the United States. The blooms give late-summer structure to borders and damp plantings.
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About the genus
Chelone is a genus of four species of perennial herbaceous plants native to eastern North America. They all have similarly shaped flowers, which vary in color from white to red, purple or pink. Chelone cuthbertii, C.
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In the garden
Chelone obliqua 'Praecox Nana' is a perennial member of the Plantaginaceae native to the United States and valued for its distinctive, turtlehead-shaped two-lipped flowers. In a temperate setting it appears later in the season than many perennials, with flowering from August to September that extends late-summer interest. Place it where soils remain moist yet free-draining and where light ranges from partial shade to full sun; these conditions suit the species’ preference for moist, well-drained soil and tolerate some sun provided moisture is sustained. Avoid permanently waterlogged sites and very dry soils. Established plants form lasting clumps that perform well where regular soil moisture is available. In the UK it suits damp perennial borders, pond margins and naturalistic schemes where late-season flowers matter. Use it alongside other moisture-tolerant perennials to bridge the gap between high summer and autumn. The turtlehead blooms are an unmistakable late-summer feature, offering both colour and a sculptural silhouette from August to September.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Chelone
- Sunlight
- partial shade, full sun
- Soil type
- moist, well-drained
- Soil moisture
- moist
Plant details
Chelone obliqua 'Praecox Nana' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Native to
- United States
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Chelone obliqua 'Praecox Nana'?
Chelone obliqua 'Praecox Nana' prefers partial shade and full sun.
What soil does Chelone obliqua 'Praecox Nana' need?
Chelone obliqua 'Praecox Nana' grows best in moist and well-drained soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
