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RedCrocus Swamp Milkweed Asclepias incarnata- Fragrant Pink Blooms, Pollinator Attraction, Native Perennial Green Foliage, Garden & Wildflower Plant 1 Gallon (Pack of 15)

RedCrocus Swamp Milkweed Asclepias incarnata- Fragrant Pink Blooms, Pollinator Attraction, Native Perennial Green Foliage, Garden & Wildflower Plant 1 Gallon (Pack of 15)

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Swamp Milkweed Asclepias incarnata

Description

A perennial native to wet areas, featuring clusters of fragrant pink flowers that attract pollinators. It has tall stems with lance-shaped green foliage, blooming from mid to late summer.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for cottage gardens, butterfly gardens, rain gardens, and naturalized areas. Suitable for garden borders and wildflower plantings to support pollinator populations.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Swamp Milkweed Asclepias incarnata
  • Common Name: Swamp Milkweed
  • Size & Growth: Typically grows 3-4 ft tall; clumps spread up to 2 ft wide
  • Hardiness Zones: 3-9
  • Foliage Type: Lance-shaped, green leaves
  • Bloom Time: Mid to late summer (July to September)
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes, including butterflies and bees
  • Indoor Friendly: Not recommended for indoor growth
  • Container Friendly: Suitable with proper watering and drainage
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant: Yes, during flowering
  • Cut Flower: Suitable for bouquets
  • Grows Well With: Native grasses, other wetland plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in moist, fertile soil in full sun for best growth.
  • Soil Moisture: Prefers consistently moist soil
  • Soil Type: Wetlands, loamy, clay soils
  • Humidity: Tolerates average to high humidity
  • Pruning Instructions: Remove dead stems in late fall; cut back to ground in early spring if needed
  • Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots; hardy to zone 3
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as container
  • Fertilization: Use balanced fertilizer in early spring if necessary
  • Special Care: Maintain moist soil; avoid drought stress for vigorous flowering
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