Swamp Milkweed
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Incarnate milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) , seeds from Marie-Victorin
Swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is a native perennial prized for its fragrant deep pink flowers and its vital role in supporting the monarch butterfly. It is ideal for wet areas such as rain gardens, ditch edges or pond banks, where it adds color and biodiversity. Hardy and easy to grow, this ornamental plant attracts many pollinators while beautifying your outdoor space.
Spread : 0.5 to 1 meter
Plant height : 1 to 1.5 meters
Quantity per pack : 15 seeds
Companion plants : aster, rudbeckia, marsh verbena
Enemy plants : none known
Hardiness zone : 3
Exposure : partial shade, sun
Moisture : cool soil, moist soil, soggy soil
Flowering : June to August
Flower color : fuchsia
Fruit color : green
To promote germination, mix the seeds with an equal volume of sand or moist vermiculite. Place them in an airtight plastic bag and leave them in the refrigerator for 30 days. Then, sow in the desired location as soon as the temperature is suitable, or directly outdoors in the fall. Germination will occur the following spring or later.
This decorative and beneficial plant is ideal for naturalizing and for riverbanks. Its delicate fragrance, medicinal properties and interest in butterflies make it an ideal choice for gardeners wishing to combine aesthetics and ecology. A must-have for supporting monarch populations and beautify wetlands!
