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Popular common name:
Showy milkweed
Botanical Nomenclature:
Asclepias speciosa
Showy milkweed (Asclepias speciosa) is a spectacular addition to any garden, celebrated for its vibrant clusters of pink flowers that bloom throughout the summer, looking good and smelling great. Showy milkweed is easy to grow, thriving in various soil types and conditions, which makes it a perfect choice for both novice and experienced gardeners alike.
Unique Attributes of
Asclepias speciosa
1 Flower Color
Pink
2 Plant Height
4-5 feet
3 USDA Zones
3a-10a
4 Bloom Timing
May, June, July, August, September
5 Light Preference
Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade
6 Soil Moisture
Low, Medium, Wet
7 Soil Substraite
Adaptable
8 Ecoregion I/II
9 Soil Moisture
Low, Medium, Wet
10 Difficulty Rank
🟢 Easy
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