Asclepias incarnata
Swamp Milkweed
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9
This strong stemmed, upright native exhibits early to mid summer blooms of reddish pink flowers.
Leaves and seed pods are long and narrow. Despite its common name, it is tolerant of dry, clay soils.
Good choice for sunny, low or moist areas that dry. A great border for a butterfly garden. It has a very long bloom time.
Height
4-5 Feet
Spread
3-4 Feet
Color
Pink/Red
Bloom Time
June-july
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Cut back in late summer if plant looks unattractive. Butterfly Weed is a native plant with a long taproot that is late to emerge in the spring. Sear stems to seal the sap to use as cut flowers.
When to Divide
spring
Good Companions
Joe Pye Weed (Eupatorium maculatum), Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis), Coneflower (Echinacea Big Sky), Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum), Bluebells of Scotland (Campanula rotundifolia), Side-Oats Grama (Bouteloua curtipendula), Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata), Globe Thistle (Echinops ritro), Tussock Sedge (Carex stricta), Gray's Sedge (Carex grayi)Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Butterflies |
| • | Hummingbirds |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Crafts |
| • | Fragrant |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
| • | Rabbit Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Moist |
| • | Very Adaptable |
