Swamp Milkweed. Thick-stemmed perennial with dense branches of mid-green leaves. Clustered umbels of pinkish purple flowers. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Asclepias incarnata
Thick-stemmed perennial with dense branches of mid-green leaves. Clustered umbels of pinkish purple flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Asclepias |
|---|---|
| Species | incarnata |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Swamp Milkweed |
| Flower Colour | pink, purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Asclepiadaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Bog garden |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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