Milkweed, Showy
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Asclepias speciosa

  • Clusters of fragrant, dusky-pink flowers in summer; reblooms into fall if deadheaded.
  • Attractive seedheads.
  • Extremely attractive to butterflies.
  • Native plant.

Average to poor, well-drained soil; drought tolerant once established. Sun.

Ht. 90-120cm (3-4 ft.), Sp. 60-90cm (2-3 ft.)

Zone 2
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