Swamp Milkweed
Description
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. The leaves of the Red Milkweed are a preferred food source of Monarch caterpillars. Preferring moist soils, this is a great plant for naturalizing in roadside ditches, detention basins, and other wet soils that often dry out in summer.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.000 oz |
|---|---|
| Latin Name | Asclepias incarnata |
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Care | Prefers consistently moist soil, but performs admirably in average, well-drained gardens as well. |
| Light Requirements | |
| Habit | Upright habit. |
| Plant Height | 36-60 inches |
| Plant Width | 24 inches |
| Foliage | Green willow-like leaves. |
| Bloom | Pink flowers bloom in summer. |
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| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Cut/Dried Flower, Deer Resistant, Low Maintenance, Native, Shade Tolerant, Supports Naturalizing, Tolerant of Wet Locations |
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