Milkweed is the only plant Monarch butterflies can eat in their caterpillar stage, meaning it is integral for their survival! There are many species of milkweed, all of which are adapted for different areas. If you have a wet or moist area that other species of milkweed struggled in, try Asclepias incarnata in that area! Also called Swamp Milkweed or Rose Milkweed, this species thrives in moist to wet areas. They still feed Monarch butterflies as much as other species. Swamp milkweed flowers last longer throughout the season, attracting butterflies, bees, and other pollinators all the while. Mature plants will reach 3-4' tall and can tolerate mild drought when established. This species of milkweed would make a fantastic addition to any pollinator, rain, butterfly, or native garden and add lovely pops of pink to meadow settings. Milkweed are deer and rabbit resistant.
Asclepias incarnata is hardy in zones 3a-9b. Organic seeds are collected from a SW PA population. about 75 seeds per packet.