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Asclepias texana

Also Known As

  • Texas Milkweed
  • White Milkweed

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 7b-8b

Asclepias texana plant details

Asclepias texana is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Asclepias texana

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Asclepias texana

USDA Zones: 7b - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Gardening facts about Asclepias texana plant

How to Grow Asclepias texana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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