Whorled Milkweed

Whorled Milkweed (Asclepias verticillata) stands out in the milkweed family with its slender form and fine, feathery foliage that adds an airy softness to any planting. It is ideal for naturalized plantings, meadow edges, or filling spaces between taller plants while still providing essential support for monarch butterflies and native pollinators.

In mid to late summer, delicate white flowers bloom with an intensely sweet fragrance, attracting a wide range of bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. Monarchs regularly lay their eggs on the foliage, and you may spot caterpillars feeding throughout the season.

While Whorled Milkweed spreads gently, it isn’t aggressive, making it a great option for low-maintenance, layered plantings. Late-summer visitors like oleander aphids and milkweed bugs may appear, but they won’t harm the plant long-term.

Why Choose Whorled Milkweed?

• Unique texture & form – Fine foliage adds softness to gardens.
• Fragrant blooms – White flowers attract pollinators in abundance.
• Monarch-friendly – Serves as a key host plant for caterpillars and adults.

Plant Whorled Milkweed in full sun and dry to average soils to enjoy a graceful, compact native that brings fragrance, beauty, and ecological value to your garden.

• Consider deadheading spent flowers to prolong overall bloom time