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Common Milkweed

Asclepias Syriaca

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Overview

Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca), a robust perennial, thrives up to 6 ft tall in full sun. Recognizable by its large, oblong leaves and fragrant, spherical clusters of pink-purple flowers, it blooms June-August. This US native prefers well-drained soil but tolerates clay. It's crucial for Monarch butterflies, serving as a host for larvae. Spreads vigorously by rhizomes, milkweed is ideal for wildflower gardens and naturalized areas. Zones 3-9.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–9Type SucculentClimate Temperate

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — When these pods mature and split open in the fall; succulent with multi-colored and pink and white blooms, image 111

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 2–3 Ft.

Classification

Type: Succulent
Family: Asclepiadaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — the milkweed boasts a unique grayish-green foliage; from June to August, the plant exhibits fragrant, image 73

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — When these pods mature and split open in the fall

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — oblong leaves and fragrant; the milkweed boasts a unique grayish-green foliage, image 95

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — extensive root systems that make it drought-resistant and hardy.<br><br>Recognizable by its thick

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — Each cluster measures about 2 to 4 inches across; as a low-maintenance addition

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — it is important to note that Common Milkweed thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; ready for wind, image 83

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — It's a fitting choice for naturalized areas, wildflower meadows, or butterfly gardens; spherical clusters of pink-purple

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — extensive root systems that make it drought-resistant and hardy.<br><br>Recognizable by its thick; it's, image 72

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — From June to August, the plant exhibits fragrant, spherical clusters of pale pink to mauve flowers

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — multi-colored and pink and white flowers in the garden; providing visual interest and a sweet scent that attracts a

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — As a low-maintenance addition; while the sap contains toxins and can be irritating to the skin, image 88

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — As a low-maintenance addition; while the sap contains toxins and can be irritating to the skin, image 119

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — oblong leaves and fragrant

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — As a low-maintenance addition; while the sap contains toxins and can be irritating to the skin

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — they reveal seeds attached to silky strands; spreads vigorously by rhizomes, milkweed is ideal for wildflower, image 81

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — Spreads vigorously by rhizomes, milkweed is ideal for wildflower gardens and naturalized areas; is a robust, image 99

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — When these pods mature and split open in the fall; succulent with multi-colored and pink and white blooms, image 80

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — spherical clusters of pink-purple flowers; when these pods mature and split open in the fall, image 96

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — spherical clusters of pink-purple flowers

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — It's crucial for Monarch butterflies, serving as a host for larvae

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — providing visual interest and a sweet scent that attracts a variety of pollinators; oblong leaves and fragrant, image 76

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — the plant produces distinctive spindle-shaped seed pods, image 109

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — oblong leaves and fragrant; the milkweed boasts a unique grayish-green foliage

Common Milkweed (Asclepias Syriaca) — including the iconic monarch butterfly.<br><br>After flowering; this plant typically grows to heights ranging, image 108

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Ayotte, Gilles, 1948-, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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