Chelone glabra
balmony
A moisture-loving plant of upright growth to 90cm tall, with lance-shaped leaves to 20cm long, and white or pink-tinged flowers 2.5cm long in late summer
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Poorly–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green | ||
| Autumn | White | Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or North–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Chelone are herbaceous perennials with undivided, paired leaves and short terminal spikes of showy, 2-lipped, tubular flowers opening from late summer to early autumn
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- USA
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist to wet soil in part-shade to shade. More sun can be tolerated if the soil is wetter
Propagation
Propagate by seed or by division in spring. Stem-tip cuttings can be taken in spring (see softwood cuttings)
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required, other than cutting back at the end of the season
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Powdery mildews, rust diseases and a fungal leaf spot are sometimes problems
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