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Swamp Red Milkweed - Organic

bare-root plants
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$11.00
Item: 7730-A
stock details: bare-root crowns
$29.00
Item: 7730-B
stock details: bare-root crowns
Asclepias incarnata

3–5' tall.

Forms unique fragrant flat-topped clusters of upturned rosy red flowers. Willow-like leaves are 4-5" long. Clump-forming; great for naturalizing. Offers habitat and forage for a plethora of bee, butterfly, moth, beetle and wasp species. Larval host plant for monarch butterflies, which need all the help we can give them—plant more milkweed!

Grows naturally in floodplains and wet meadows but seems to do well in drier spaces. Self-sows, but doesn’t take over like common milkweed. Plant 18-36" apart in moist soil. Native throughout North America. Zone 3.

Maine Grown.
ships in spring
Quick Details
Maine Grown
Yes
Lifecycle
perennial
Pollinator Friendly
Yes
Bloom Color
deep pink
Hardy to Zone
3
Compare
Compare with other Milkweed
Variety Product Type Maine Grown Lifecycle Bloom Color Hardy to Zone
Common Milkweed seeds perennial pink 4
Swamp Red Milkweed seeds perennial deep pink 3
Swamp Red Milkweed
Organic 		bare-root plants Yes perennial deep pink 3
Additional Information

Asclepias

Named for Asklepios, the Greek god of healing. Commonly known as Pleurisy Root, dried roots from the genus were traditionally used in small doses as an expectorant, anti-inflammatory and general tonic. Attracts all manner of bee and butterfly. Watch one of the miracles of summer unfold before your eyes as monarchs lay their eggs on the leaves—a nutritious food source for the resulting caterpillars.

Herbaceous Perennial Plants

When you receive your order, open the bags and check the stock immediately. Roots and crowns should be firm and pliable. Surface mold is harmless and will not affect the plant’s future performance. Store plants in their packaging in a cool (35–40°) location until you are ready to plant. If it’s going to be awhile, you can pot up your perennials.

Do not plant bare-root perennial plant crowns directly outdoors before danger of frost has passed. Wet and/or cold conditions for an extended period may cause rotting.

For more info:
About planting bare-root perennials

Shipping

Items from our perennial plants warehouse ship from early March through mid-to-late May, weather depending, beginning with warmer USDA zones.