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.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Asclepias |
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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 | |
Propagation |
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