Product Description
Asclepias incarnata – Swamp Milkweed
Native/Non-native – Native
Hardiness Zone – 3-9
Sun – Full sun
Moisture – Moist to wet
Size – 3-5′ height x 3′ spread
Comments
* Pink flowers in June and July
* Attracts butterflies
* Floodplains and wet meadows
Description
Asclepias incarnata
Swamp milkweed
One of the most beautiful of native perennials with clusters of upturned pink flowers in June and July. Much underused in average garden conditions! Attracts butterflies of all kinds. Willow-like leaves are 4-5″ long. Occurs in floodplains and wet meadows.
Height3-4 Feet |
Spread2 Feet |
Spacing12 Inches |
Bloom ColorPink |
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9 |
Swamp milkweed Interesting Notes
Red Milkweed is very popular with pollinators! Hawk moths, Swallowtail butterflies, Greater Fritillaries, Monarch butterflies, skippers, bumble bees and numerous other nectar-seekers will visit this plant – even an occasional hummingbird. The leaves are a preferred food source for caterpillars of both the Monarch and Queen butterflies. – Prairie Nursery
Asclepias incarnata Growing and Maintenance Tips
Swamp milkweed, true to its name, prefers consistently moist soil, but performs admirably in average, well-drained gardens as well. Full sun is best and some shade is tolerated, though blooming time and color may suffer.
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