Showy Milkweed
Asclepias speciosa
The Showy Milkweed (Asclepias speciosa) is more manageable than common milkweed with large oval shaped leaves and spiky pink flowers at the stems. This host plant for Monarch butterflies features fragrant blooms.
Grows To:
2-4 Ft
Spread:
1-2 Ft
Bloom Time:
June-August
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Soil Moisture:
Dry ,
Medium
Soil Description:
Clay,
Loam,
Sand
Attracts:
Bees,
Butterflies,
Hummingbirds,
Native Bees
Resistant to:
Deer
Fragrant Flowers:
Yes
Drought Tolerant:
Yes