Showy Milkweed

Asclepias speciosa

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An essential wildflower for supporting Monarch butterflies by providing food for caterpillars and nectar for the adult butterflies. Can spread. Blooms are pink or sometimes white. Transplant carefully, without disturbing taproot.

Plant Details

Native Range: Native to western CO and much of the US
Height: 3-4’
Spacing: 24”
Water Needs: Moderate/High
Soil: Well-drained, but grows in a wide variety of soils
Sunlight: Full sun
Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
USDA Zone: 3-9
Life Cycle: Perennial

Shipping

Pick up, shipping, and delivery options available. We can ship anywhere in the contiguous U.S. except Arizona, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Washington, or Wyoming due to state regulations regarding agricultural imports.