Asclepias incarnata
Swamp Milkweed
- Clusters of pink flowers in late June to August
- Attractive seed pods
- Moist/ wet soils
- Natural habitat: wet freshwater areas such as meadows, fields, swamps and marsh
- Milkweed is the sole food source of the Monarch Butterfly larvae
- Category: Perennials, Natives, MD Native Plants
- Hardiness Zone: 3-9
- Height: 36-48 in
- Spread: 24-36 in
- Bloom Color: Pink
- Foliage Color: Green