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Swamp Milkweed

Rose milkweed or swamp milkweed flowers
Photo credit: R. A. Nonenmacher

Rose Milkweed / Swamp Milkweed
(Asclepias incarnata)

Availability:

  • Anticipated for later in the season

Height:

  • 2 to 5 feet

Bloom:

  • June to August

Classification:

  • Native
  • Perennial

Sun:

  • Full sun

Soil moisture:

  • Medium to wet

Used by:

  • Butterflies / moths (flowers),
  • Hummingbirds (flowers),
  • Honey bees (flowers),
  • Native bees (flowers),
  • Beetles (flowers),
  • Caterpillars (leaves)

Notes:

  • In the wild, this milkweed is often found growing in wetter conditions; however, it does not need wet soils.
  • Grows well in most garden soils. May need a little water during long droughts.
  • Does not spread as much as common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca), making it a better choice for most garden settings.

Native Range:

USDA range map for swamp milkweed
Map credit: USDA Plants Database

Relevant Backyard Ecology Resources: