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Asclepias incarnata 'Cinderella'

Swamp Milkweed

Plant Type: Native - American
FULL Sun

Large 3-4" clusters of fragrant vanilla-scented rose-pink flowers in July and August over lush green foliage attract butterflies and beneficial insects from midsummer to early fall. Grows best in moist soils but tolerant of drier conditions.


Height

3-5'

Spread

12-18"

Swamp Milkweed Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest
Late Season (July - frost)
Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate
Moist
Special Benefits
Bog
Cut Flower / or Foliage
Fragrant
Nature Attraction
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant

Swamp Milkweed Additional Information

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