Swamp Milkweed For Sale. Asclepias incarnata swamp milkweed is native to marshy wet areas. Flatbush gardener reproduced under creative commons.
10 00 whorled milkweed seed asclepias verticillata. Asclepias incarnata milkweed this asclepias is known for its showy pink and fragrant blooms large clusters of deliciously vanilla scented flowers that grow on sturdy stems. Swamp milkweed is not affected by frost over winter and once established will provide good supplies of feed in the early part of the season while you are getting your swan plant seedlings up.
Plants prefer moist rich soil but are surprisingly adaptable and can tolerate periodic drought in heavier soil types.
At one time the silk from swamp milkweed seed pods was spun for fabric or used for stuffing pillows. In world war ii school children gathered the silk. Asclepias incarnata swamp milkweed is native to marshy wet areas. Swamp milkweed produces plenty of seed for you to share or start new plants.