Common milkweed
Asclepias syriaca
Common milkweed is an easy-care native perennial that thrives in full sun to part shade with average, well-drained soil and minimal watering once established. It is the essential host plant for monarch butterflies and attracts a wide range of pollinators with its fragrant pink flower clusters. Plant in a naturalized border or wildflower garden and allow it to spread naturally for maximum ecological benefit.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Moderately Until Soil Is Moist; Allow Soil To Dry Out Between Waterings Once Established
Soil pH
7.5 – 8
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jul 11, 2021 by laurence boucher (cc-by-sa)
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