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Common Milkweed
Common Milkweed
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$12.95
The ultimate champion of ecological gardening, Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is the host plant for Monarch butterflies. It offers highly fragrant, pink flower clusters that feed an incredible diversity of native pollinators.
All perennials are sold in 1-quart pots with established root systems. Learn more about our growing standards here.
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If you want to bring your backyard landscape to life, Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is the perfect addition. Known for its rich, sweet fragrance and robust growth habit, this plant is the literal lifeline for the Monarch butterfly lifecycle, serving as the exclusive food source for their caterpillars. It thrives in open, sunny spaces and handles tough soils beautifully, making it an excellent choice for a dedicated wild corner or meadow-style bed where it has room to establish its deep root system.
Life Cycle: Perennial
Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Soil: Medium Wet to Dry
Bloom Color: Pink
Bloom Time: June - August
Height: 3’ to 5’
Spread: 2’ to 3’
Advantages: Attracts Birds, Bees, Butterflies. This is the host plant for Monarch Butterflies.
Native Range: AL , AR , CT , DC , DE , GA , IA , IL , IN , KS , KY , LA , MA , MD , ME , MI , MN , MO , MS , MT , NC , ND , NE , NH , NJ , NY , OH , OK , OR , PA , RI , SC , SD , TN , TX , VA , VT , WI , WV
USDA Zones: 3 - 8
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