Common Milkweed Seed Packet
$5.00
111 in stock
Description
| Common Milkweed | ||
| Description | Common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is a hardy native wildflower that plays a vital role in local ecosystems. Its fragrant pink-purple blooms provide nectar for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, and it is the primary host plant for monarch butterfly caterpillars. Easy to grow and drought tolerant once established, common milkweed supports wildlife while helping restore natural habitats. Each seed packet contains approximately 15 – 25 seeds. | |
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Size
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Height | 2 – 5 ft. |
| Spread | 1 ft. | |
| Growth rate | Fast | |
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Needs
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Sun | Full to part sun |
| Water use | Low | |
| Soil | Dry to slightly wet soil | |
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Bloom
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Bloom time | June – August |
| Bloom color | Purple | |
| Nativeness | Native | |
| Benefits | Good for wildlife , good for pollinators, showy flowers | |
| Climate Change Hardiness | Unknown adaptability | |
