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Common Milkweed
Asclepias syriaca
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Soil Types
Loam
Sand
Gravel
Soil Moisture
Dry
Medium
Sun Exposure
Partial Sun
Full Sun
Hardiness Zone
USDA 3–8
Plant Type
Flower
Mature Height
24”-48”
Mature Width
12”
Bloom Color
Lavender, Pink
Bloom Time
July - September
Root Type
Taproot / Rhizome
About this Plant
Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is a robust, easy-to-grow perennial that plays a vital role in the monarch butterfly lifecycle and provides an effortless way to create a pollinator haven, as its dense clusters of fragrant pink flowers attract not just monarchs but a diverse array of bees and butterflies.
After blooming, large spindle-shaped seed pods develop, adding visual interest and providing fluffy seeds that float on the wind. Thriving in full sun and a variety of soils, Common Milkweed spreads readily, making it ideal for meadows, roadside plantings, and naturalized areas where it can establish a strong presence.
Why Choose Common Milkweed?
- Essential for monarchs – A primary host plant for caterpillars.
- Highly attractive to pollinators – Supports bees, butterflies & beneficial insects.
- Low-maintenance & hardy – Thrives in tough conditions and spreads naturally.
Plant Common Milkweed in a sunny spot and enjoy seasons of beauty, fragrance, and pollinator activity while contributing to monarch conservation!
Maintenance Tips
- Drought-tolerant once established; water regularly during its first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system.
- Cut plants back in late autumn after seed pods have released their seeds to maintain tidiness and control spreading.
- Adaptable to various soil conditions but prefers well-drained soil.
- Manage self-seeding by removing seed pods before they open if natural spread is not desired. Allow seedlings if you wish to encourage more milkweed for pollinators.
- Milkweed seed pods can be easily collected, saved, and shared to propagate this powerful pollinator plant.
Details
Soil Types
Loam
Sand
Gravel
Soil Moisture
Dry
Medium
Sun Exposure
Partial Sun
Full Sun
Hardiness Zone
USDA 3–8
Plant Type
Flower
Mature Height
24”-48”
Mature Width
12”
Bloom Color
Lavender, Pink
Bloom Time
July - September
Root Type
Taproot / Rhizome
Common Milkweed
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Ecological Benefits
Attracts Pollinators
Provides nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinators.
Attracts Butterflies
A nectar source that draws butterflies throughout the season.
Butterfly Host
Supports butterfly caterpillars as a host plant.
Drought Tolerant
Thrives with minimal watering once established.
Attracts Hummingbirds
Nectar-rich blooms that draw hummingbirds to your garden.
Deer Resistant
Less likely to be browsed by deer.
Monarch Host
Provides essential host plants for monarch butterfly caterpillars.
Birds
Seeds or berries provide food for birds.
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