Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid' / SWAMP MILKWEED
Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid', or Swamp Milkweed, is a graceful perennial known for its clusters of creamy white to pale pink flowers that bloom in mid to late summer, attracting butterflies and pollinators to the garden. This variety is a compact and tidy cultivar, making it ideal for smaller spaces, borders, or as an accent plant in wetland gardens. The plant features slender, lance-shaped leaves that complement the delicate flower clusters, adding texture and interest to garden beds. 'Milkmaid' thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it perfect for rain gardens or areas with consistently damp soil. With its charming blooms and pollinator-friendly nature, Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid' is a beautiful, low-maintenance addition to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC Native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - white
· HEIGHT - 3-4 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9
Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid', or Swamp Milkweed, is a graceful perennial known for its clusters of creamy white to pale pink flowers that bloom in mid to late summer, attracting butterflies and pollinators to the garden. This variety is a compact and tidy cultivar, making it ideal for smaller spaces, borders, or as an accent plant in wetland gardens. The plant features slender, lance-shaped leaves that complement the delicate flower clusters, adding texture and interest to garden beds. 'Milkmaid' thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it perfect for rain gardens or areas with consistently damp soil. With its charming blooms and pollinator-friendly nature, Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid' is a beautiful, low-maintenance addition to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC Native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - white
· HEIGHT - 3-4 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9
Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid', or Swamp Milkweed, is a graceful perennial known for its clusters of creamy white to pale pink flowers that bloom in mid to late summer, attracting butterflies and pollinators to the garden. This variety is a compact and tidy cultivar, making it ideal for smaller spaces, borders, or as an accent plant in wetland gardens. The plant features slender, lance-shaped leaves that complement the delicate flower clusters, adding texture and interest to garden beds. 'Milkmaid' thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it perfect for rain gardens or areas with consistently damp soil. With its charming blooms and pollinator-friendly nature, Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid' is a beautiful, low-maintenance addition to any garden.
· ORIGIN - NC Native cv.
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - white
· HEIGHT - 3-4 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-9
