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Pineneedle Milkweed

Asclepias Linaria

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Overview

Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias linaria) is a perennial shrub notable for its thin, needle-like leaves and delicate clusters of white to pale pink flowers. This drought-tolerant species reaches about 3 to 4 feet in height and promises to attract butterflies, particularly Monarchs, aiding in pollination. Suited for zones 7-11, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, offering a unique texture and support for wildlife in your landscape design.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 8–11Type SucculentClimate Arid
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — Standing at an average height of 2 to 4 feet
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — This drought-tolerant species reaches about 3 to 4 feet in height and promises to attract butterfliesPineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — needle-like foliage adds fine texture to garden compositionsPineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias linaria) is a perennial shrub notable for its thinPineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — is a distinctive perennial that offers both aesthetic appeal and ecological benefitsPineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — offering a unique texture and support for wildlife in your landscape designPineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — needle-like leaves and delicate clusters of white to pale pink flowers+23

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Succulent
Family
Asclepiadaceae
Climate
Arid

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Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — Standing at an average height of 2 to 4 feet
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — This drought-tolerant species reaches about 3 to 4 feet in height and promises to attract butterflies
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — needle-like foliage adds fine texture to garden compositions
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias linaria) is a perennial shrub notable for its thin
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — is a distinctive perennial that offers both aesthetic appeal and ecological benefits
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — offering a unique texture and support for wildlife in your landscape design
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — needle-like leaves and delicate clusters of white to pale pink flowers
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — making it a valuable addition to any landscape design
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — This foliage closely resembles that of pine needles
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
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Asclepias Linaria
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Asclepias Linaria
Asclepias Linaria
Asclepias Linaria
Asclepias Linaria
Asclepias Linaria
Asclepias Linaria
Asclepias Linaria
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