Narrow-Leaf Milkweed

Asclepias Fascicularis

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Overview

Asclepias fascicularis, or Narrow-Leaf Milkweed, is a vital perennial for monarch butterflies, offering nectar and larval food. With slender leaves, this plant thrives in USDA zones 7-10, reaching 1.5-2.5 feet in height and 1-2 feet wide. Its delicate clusters of soft pink and white flowers bloom in summer, attracting a variety of pollinators. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established. Essential for eco-friendly gardens.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 6–10

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — is a vital perennial for monarch butterflies

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — Essential for eco-friendly gardens

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — scientifically named Asclepias fascicularis

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — is a perennial herbaceous plant renowned for its ecological benefits and its slender

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — This North American native typically reaches heights of 1.5 to 2.5 feet

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — with a spread of around 1.5 feet

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — offering nectar and larval food

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Apocynaceae

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Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — Prefers full sun and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — Essential for eco-friendly gardens

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — scientifically named Asclepias fascicularis

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — is a perennial herbaceous plant renowned for its ecological benefits and its slender

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — This North American native typically reaches heights of 1.5 to 2.5 feet

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — with a spread of around 1.5 feet

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — offering nectar and larval food

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — is a vital perennial for monarch butterflies

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — providing a delicate structure in garden designs.<br><br>Adaptable to USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 10

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — the Narrow-Leaf Milkweed thrives in full sun exposure

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — preferring well-drained soils

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — While drought-tolerant once established, moderate irrigation promotes optimal growth and flowering

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — which can grow up to 5 inches long

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — are arranged in attractive whorls along the stem

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — lending a fine-textured aesthetic to the landscape.<br><br>From late spring to early autumn

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — star-shaped flowers in shades of soft pink and creamy white

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — These blossoms not only add a subtle charm but are also a magnet for pollinators, especially butterflies

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — Of particular note is its role as a vital host plant for the Monarch butterfly

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — supporting their lifecycle and aiding in their conservation.<br><br>When planting

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — provide a spacing of approximately 18 to 24 inches apart to accommodate growth

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — This ensures each Narrow-Leaf Milkweed has ample room for air circulation

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — thereby reducing the risk of disease

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — Its low-maintenance nature

Narrow-Leaf Milkweed (Asclepias Fascicularis) — combined with ecological benefits

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