Milkweed Swamp(Asclepias incarnata)

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Milkweed Swamp, scientifically known as Asclepias incarnata, a native perennial that will enchant your garden with its stunning pink and white flowers and play a vital role in supporting monarch butterflies and other pollinators. With its attractive clusters of nectar-rich blooms and slender stems, this milkweed exudes a sense of grace and beauty.

Growing up to 3 to 4 feet tall, it forms a lovely display of flowers, creating a stunning visual spectacle.

Milkweed Swamp is a vital plant for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Additionally, it serves as a host plant for monarch butterfly larvae. Ideal for rain gardens, wetlands, and native plant landscapes, this low-maintenance plant thrives in moist, well-drained soil and full to partial sun.

Embrace the allure of Milkweed Swamp and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the important role it plays in supporting monarch butterflies and other wildlife in your outdoor space.

Fun Facts: Milkweed Swamp(Asclepias incarnata)

  • Botanical Name: Asclepias incarnata
  • Height: 4-5 (48-60") inches
  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Color: White/pink
  • Bloom Season: Summer/Fall
  • Light Requirements: Full Sun
  • Hardiness Zones: All
  • Colorado native plant

 

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Milkweed Swamp(Asclepias incarnata) in a 4 inch pot, grown from seed, without the use of systemic pesticides, and are nurtured in living soil. We prioritize the root health of our flowers rather than forcing them to bloom, giving them the best chance to flourish in your yard within the first year.

Here is why it's important

At Finding Nectar in Arvada, Colorado, we highly value pollinators' vital role in ecosystems and food supply. Therefore, we thoughtfully select plants, like the Milkweed Swamp(Asclepias incarnata), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. By using our pollinator-friendly species, you actively preserve essential beings and create a thriving garden. Moreover, as a dedicated nursery serving the Front Range, you can shop worry-free about climate suitability.

Join us in creating a sustainable environment for both plants and pollinators! So, choose Finding Nectar for a greener future. Act now and make a difference with Finding Nectar!



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