Milkweeds — Swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) Seeds
Milkweeds — Swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) Seeds
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Summer-blooming meadow and wetland wildflower with pink flower clusters and foliage important to the monarch butterfly's larval stage. Clump forming; excellent in gardens. Attracts many insect and butterfly pollinators.
Native to Maine: Yes
Growing conditions: Sun to part shade in medium to wet soil, although adaptable to drier soils
Grows up to: 3'
Blooms: In late summer
Pairs well with: Blue iris, blue vervain, New England aster, closed gentian, boneset, coastal Joe-Pye weed, and golden Alexander
Natural habitat: Moist meadows, ditches, and pond edges
Seeds per packet: 45
These seeds need a winter or cold period to germinate - a minimum of 30-60 days below 40°F in moist soil (or sand or vermiculite). Sow outdoors in pots November through February. A great species for beginner seed-sowers.
