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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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