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Asclepias incarnata

Swamp Milkweed

An erect, clump forming plant suitable for moist soils that will not support most other flowers. A favourite for the Monarch butterfly, caterpillar, and muskrat. Small, fragrant flowers are followed by attractive seed pods that split open when ripe, releasing silky-haired seeds.

  • »  Pink flowers are followed by attractive seed pods
  • »  Food source for Monarch butterflies
  • »  Commonly found in swamps or wetland landscapes
  • »  Bloom Time: July to August

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  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:100-125 cm
  • Spread:60-90 cm
  • Bloom Color: Pink
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Wet Soils
• Moist to Average
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Fast
Attributes
• Native to Ontario
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Seed
Flowering Time
• Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Bog or water garden
• Naturalizing
• Roadside planting
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Asclepias incarnata

Native to Ontario

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Asclepias incarnata

Although tolerant of drier soils, swamp milkweed thrives in moist to wet soils. Once flowering is complete, it is best to leave dead flowers untouched as attractive seed pods will follow. Very slow to emerge in  the spring.