Asclepias syriaca

Common Milkweed

Common Milkweed is an important host for larval Monarch Butterflies. Asclepias syriaca is native to pastures and open areas, where it thrives in average to poor dry soils. This is a big and rangy perennial which provides mid to late nutrition for many native pollinators when the showy pinkish lavender flower clumps abound. When cut, white sap is extruded which is somewhat toxic.

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Qty Description Comments Future Crop Future Crop Ready Date
Substitutions are Available
Soil Conditions
Dry
Average
Bloom Time
Summer
Exposure
Sun
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Pollinators
Foliage Color
Green

Great Companions for Common Milkweed