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Asclepias asperula
Also Known As
- Antelope Horns
- Spider Milkweed
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 7a-9b
Asclepias asperula plant details
Asclepias asperula is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer cream, green and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Asclepias asperula
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream, green and purple blooms in summer
- Uses: cottage garden, easy-to-grow, native plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Asclepias asperula
- USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
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View Original PhotoGardening facts about Asclepias asperula plant
How to Grow Asclepias asperula
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- green
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Asclepias for your garden
aka Texas Milkweed
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 16"-22"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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aka California Milkweed
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 4'
Width: 3'
- sun
- occasional - low
aka Texas Milkweed, White Milkweed
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7b-8b
Size
Height: 2'
Width: 2'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
aka Blood Flower, Mexican Milkweed
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Desert Milkweed
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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