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COMMON MILKWEED

Asclepias syriaca

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List Price $25.00 Per Plant  In Stock


Hardiness Zone: 3-9   ·   Mature Height: 2-3 Feet   ·   Mature Spread: 1-2 Feet

Buy Common Milkweed online. Invest in the captivating Common Milkweed, a standout native of the southern Great Plains that transforms any garden into a vibrant pollinator haven. This striking plant, often the first to come to mind when you hear "milkweed," boasts towering stems that can spread into impressive clusters, creating a bold focal point in your landscape. Its lush foliage sets the stage for a spectacular summer display, drawing admiring glances from neighbors and wildlife alike.

Unlike any other milkweed, Common Milkweed produces large, globe-like clusters of star-shaped flowers, ranging from soft blush to deep pink-purple hues. Each bloom emits a subtle, sweet fragrance that wafts through the air, inviting bees, butterflies, and other native pollinators to feast on its nectar. With a bloom time that stretches generously through the spring season, this plant ensures your garden remains a bustling hub of activity, supporting biodiversity while adding effortless beauty.

Perfect for eco-conscious gardeners, Common Milkweed is low-maintenance and thrives in a variety of soils, making it an ideal choice for both novice and seasoned growers. By planting this indigenous gem, you're not just enhancing your outdoor space - you're contributing to the survival of pollinators like the Monarch Butterfly. Bring home Common Milkweed today and watch your garden flourish with life and color, all while making a meaningful impact on the environment.

Family: Apocynaceae · Common Name: Butterfly Milkweed

FREE with every plant purchased:

  • The Sooner Guarantee: For details, click here!
  • A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
  • Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
  • Planting and Care Instruction brochure.
  • Catalogs of new and exciting plant brands, such as Garden Debut® and Proven Winners®.

DIY Irrigation SuppliesWe use and recommend www.dripdepot.com for our irrigation needs, from simple to install micro and drip systems, to commercial grade irrigation parts and supplies.

COMMON MILKWEED Plant Characteristics

Flower Color*
Lavender
Pink
Growth Habit*
Upright Growing
Growth Rate*
Fast
Leaf Color Fall*
Green
Leaf Color Summer*
Green
Plant Type*
Perennial
Preferred Planting Season*
Spring Planting
Summer Planting
Propagation Methods*
Seed
Cuttings or Divisions

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COMMON MILKWEED Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips

Asclepias is easy to grow and adapts to most conditions. Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer.

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