Purple Milkweed

Purple Milkweed is not only a visual delight with its deep purple-pink blooms but also a vital host for monarch butterfly larvae. The flowers, which appear in early to mid-summer, are rich in nectar and attract a wide range of pollinators. Unlike its more common cousins, Butterfly Weed or Common Milkweed, Purple Milkweed can handle shadier spots and slightly moist soil, making it a versatile choice for diverse garden environments.

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowering and prevent self-seeding.
• Rarely needed; propagate by seed or by careful division of roots in early spring.
• Allow seedlings to grow to increase the population or remove them to manage spread.
• Milkweed seed pods can be easily collected, saved, and shared to propagate this powerful pollinator plant.