Asclepias syriaca #1
Asclepias syriaca #1
Common Milkweed
Common milkweed essential for monarch caterpillars, fragrant pink blooms
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A native milkweed highly valuable to a wide range of pollinators. Leaves are an important food source for larval monarch butterflies. Fragrant flower clusters. Spreads by runners, so proper siting is recommended. Drought tolerant. 2 - 4'
Botanical Name- Asclepias syriaca
Pronunciation- as-KLEE-pee-uss seer-ee-AH-kuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Average to poor
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Lavender to pink
Bloom Time- Summer
Companion Plants- Monarda fistulosa (native meadow combination)
Fauna Attracted- **Monarch butterflies (host plant), honeybees, native bees, hummingbird clearwing moths**
Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP50A
Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back spent stems in late fall or early spring. Grows well in average soil; minimal fertilization required. Allow seed pods to ripen if you want to attract wildlife.
Trimming Instructions- Mow or cut back in late fall if desired to control spread. Allow seed pods to mature if you want volunteer plants.
Fertilization Instructions- Feed sparingly with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; low feeding need. Over-fertilization can reduce bloom and attract aphids, especially in clay.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone
Possible Issues- Aphids, rust
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