Asclepias syriaca - Common Milkweed

Common Milkweed is a garden treasure with large, highly fragrant flowers that captivate the senses of humans and pollinators alike. You can enjoy a long bloom time with Asclepias syriaca, and it also serves as an important food source for insects. It’s a key component of our Monarch Meal Plan that includes 9 native plants that are vital contributors to the well-being and life cycle of Monarch butterflies that you can learn more about here. Foster biodiversity and support pollinators with this delightful addition to your prairie.

*Each seed packet includes approximately 150 seeds!
*Each cell in the 50 cell tray option is 5” deep x 2.25” wide.

STRATIFICATION DETAILS: 30 Day Cold Moist Stratification

Growing Details
FUN FACTS: Pollinator Favorite, Deer Resistant
SUN: Full/Part
SOIL: Wet Mesic-Dry Mesic
BLOOM TIME: June-Aug
COLOR: Pink
HEIGHT: 3'
SPACING: 2'-3'
LIFE CYCLE: Perennial
USDA ZONES: 3-8

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