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Milkweed, Common
(Asclepias syriaca)

Code: ASSY Category: Flower Seeds Tags: Butterfly, Meadow Gardening, Milkweed (Asclepias species), Pollinator, U.S. Native

Common Milkweed has pink flowers and grows to four feet tall.  It is native to the Midwest and eastern U.S.  It prefers full sun and loamy, mesic soil, but it can tolerate a wide variety of conditions.  This species can spread aggressively in moister sites and is most appropriate for butterfly habitat gardens, conservation and meadow plantings.

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Scientific Name

Asclepias syriaca

Color(s)

Pink

Seed Type

Perennial

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Moisture

Dry, Moderate

Height (in.)

36-48

Bloom Period

Summer

Seeds/lb.

86,000

oz./1000 sq. ft.

4

lbs./acre

10

USDA Hardiness Zone(s)

4-9


Common Milkweed (Asclepias syrianca)Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca)
  • Additional information

Additional Information

Scientific Name

Asclepias syriaca

Color(s)

Pink

Seed Type

Perennial

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Moisture

Dry, Moderate

Height (in.)

36-48

Bloom Period

Summer

Seeds/lb.

86,000

oz./1000 sq. ft.

4

lbs./acre

10

USDA Hardiness Zone(s)

4-9


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