Antelopehorn Milkweed

Antelopehorn Milkweed is a memorable native for dry, sunny gardens, combining unusual spring flowers with serious toughness. Rounded flower clusters appear in spring to early summer, blending creamy green petals with rich maroon centers. Broad, softly textured leaves give the plant a substantial presence even outside bloom, while curved seed pods resembling antelope horns add late-season interest.

Built for prairies, rocky slopes, and lean soils, Antelopehorn Milkweed develops a deep taproot that helps it thrive with very little water once established. Like other native milkweeds, it is an essential host plant for monarch caterpillars, while its nectar-rich flowers attract native bees, butterflies, beetles, and beneficial wasps. Growing just 1–2 feet tall, it delivers exceptional habitat value without overwhelming smaller pollinator beds or water-wise gardens.

Why Choose Antelopehorn Milkweed?

• Essential host plant for monarch butterfly caterpillars
• Unique green-and-maroon flowers reward close inspection
• Curved seed pods add ornamental late-season interest
• Excellent drought tolerance once established
• Compact size fits prairie gardens, dry borders, and pollinator beds
  

• Plant Antelopehorn Milkweed in its permanent location, as its deep taproot makes established plants difficult to move.
• Avoid rich soil, fertilizer, and frequent irrigation.
• Allow some seed pods to mature if you would like new plants.
• Manage aphids with a strong stream of water rather than pesticides that could harm Monarch caterpillars.