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    Gomphocarpus fruticosus

    Also Known As

    • Asclepias fruticosa
    • Swan Plant Milkweed
    • Tennis Ball Bush

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 4'-6'
    • W: 36"-48"

    planting zones

    • 10a-11

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    Gomphocarpus fruticosus plant details

    Gomphocarpus fruticosus is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and tan flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Gomphocarpus fruticosus

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: apocynaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 36 IN - 48 IN - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: cream and tan blooms in spring and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Gomphocarpus fruticosus

    USDA Zones: 10a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Gomphocarpus fruticosus plant

    How to Grow Gomphocarpus fruticosus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • cream
      • tan

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Fruit

      • green

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Gomphocarpus physocarpus

    aka Asclepias physocarpa, Balloon Cotton-bush, Balloonplant, Family Jewels Tree, Hairy Balls, Swan Plant

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    7a-10b

    Size

    Height: 6'

    Width: 6'

    • sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Gomphocarpus physocarpus flower by Tau'olunga
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