Woodson Asclepias Plant

Woodson Asclepias Plants sport frilly looking umbels of bright, flirty pinky-red accented with tiny white starlets. The foliage is vividly green and often tinged with lavender. Does not have a long tap-root like most varieties. Woodson milkweed attracts butterflies, bees, hummingbirds and many other pollinators, as well as wild birds who use fiber from the plant to create their nests. It is the host plant for the Monarch butterfly. Swamp milkweed prefers moist to wet soil but does tolerate drier soil conditions as well.

Our Swamp Milkweed Plants are grown with care and free from harmful pesticides, ensuring they are safe for your garden and the environment. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

• - Can be planted spring, summer, or fall

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 5.5-7.0
• - Prefers moist to wet soil; thrives in loamy or clay soils
• - Can tolerate seasonal flooding; ideal for rain gardens or near water features

Watering Specifics:

• - Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment
• - Can tolerate brief periods of drought but prefers wet conditions

Fertilizer Type:

• - Generally does not require fertilization

Pruning and Training:

• - Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers and prevent self-seeding
• - Cut back stems to the base in late fall after flowering has finished

Additional Pest Management:

• - Naturally resistant to most pests, though aphids may occasionally appear
• - Monitor for d apddddddddddhids; wash them off with water or use insecticidal soap if needed

Blooming 

• - Blooms from mid-summer through early fall
• - Flowers attract butterflies, especially monarchs, as well as other pollinators

Light Requirements:

• - Can tolerate light shade, particularly in hot climates

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Heat and humidity tolerant; performs well in wet soils

Companion Plants for Swamp Milkweed:

• - Joe Pye Weed: Their tall, pink flower clusters complement Swamp Milkweed’s blooms
• - Iris: Particularly varieties that thrive in moist soils, adding early-season color
• - Sedum: Adds textural contrast and attracts pollinators in late summer
• - Asters: Provide late-season color that complements Swamp Milkweed’s fading blooms