Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid'

Also Known As

Milkmaid Swamp Milkweed

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 36"-60"
W: 12"-60"

planting zones

4a-9b

Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid' plant details

Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 60 IN - wide, 36 IN - 60 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, vanilla-scented

GROWING CONDITIONS for Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The pure white companion to our Red Swallowort, 'Milkmaid' has rounded umbels of fragrant flowers that bloom in summer. The nectar-rich flowers provide food for butterflies, especially the Monarch that proceeds to lay eggs on this and other milkweeds. Good in heavy wet soils at the edge of ponds, it also does well in rich garden soil. Seeds float away in fall on silky parachutes.

By: Select Seeds

Gardening facts about Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid' plant

How to Grow Asclepias incarnata 'Milkmaid'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous