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Spider Milkweed

Asclepias Viridis

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Overview

Asclepias viridis, commonly known as Spider Milkweed, is a native perennial reaching heights of 1-2 feet. Prized for its vivid green foliage and clusters of greenish-white flowers with purple centers blooming in late spring to early summer, this milkweed is an essential host for Monarch butterflies. Preferring full sun to partial shade, it thrives in zones 4-9 and adapts well to dry or well-drained soils, adding texture and color to wildflower gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 3–9Climate Temperate
Spider Milkweed (Asclepias Viridis) — Asclepias viridis, commonly known as Spider Milkweed, is a native perennial reaching heights of 1-2 feet

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Mature height
3–4 Ft.

Classification

Family
Asclepiadaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Spider Milkweed (Asclepias Viridis) — adding texture and color to wildflower gardens; exhibit a unique palette of greenish-white petals and purple centers
Spider Milkweed (Asclepias Viridis) — scientifically known as Asclepias viridis; perennial with pink blooms
Spider Milkweed (Asclepias Viridis) — This native North American species thrives in USDA zones 4 through 9; perennial for full or half
Spider Milkweed (Asclepias Viridis) — providing a breeding habitat and a food source for the larvae; with lance-shaped leaves that stretch up to 6 inches in
Spider Milkweed (Asclepias Viridis) — is a perennial plant that serves as a vital host for the monarch butterfly; scientifically known as Asclepias viridis

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