Swamp Milkweed

Swamp Milkweed    

Botanical Name: Asclepias incarnata   

Description (growth habits, light requirements & care): A tall, herbaceous perennial growing 3-5 feet tall. Prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils, often found in wetlands or along the edges of ponds.  

How you can help by planting this: A crucial nectar source for butterflies, especially monarchs, and provides habitat for various pollinators.  

Flower and Fruit (color, characteristics, season): Clusters of pink to purple flowers bloom in summer, attracting butterflies and other pollinators.  

Pairs well with: Goldenrod, Black-eyed Susan, and Joe-pye Weed for a butterfly-friendly, wetland garden.