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Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Deep Red'
Also Known As
- Silky Deep Red Butterflyweed
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 8b-12
Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Deep Red' plant details
Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Deep Red' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Deep Red'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: red and yellow blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: border plant, cottage garden, self-sowing
GROWING CONDITIONS for Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Deep Red'
- USDA Zones: 8b - 12
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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Gardening facts about Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Deep Red' plant
How to Grow Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Deep Red'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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