Swamp Milkweed
Asclepias incarnata
| Hardiness Zones 3-8
Add beauty and biodiversity to your garden with Asclepias incarnata, commonly known as Swamp Milkweed—a native perennial prized for its clusters of rosy pink blooms and its vital role in supporting pollinators. Native to moist meadows, streambanks, and lowland prairies across North America, this adaptable milkweed variety thrives in rain gardens, wet soils, and sunny borders, making it a perfect pick for ecologically conscious gardeners.
From mid to late summer, Asclepias incarnata produces fragrant flowers that attract monarch butterflies, bees, and a host of beneficial insects. It serves as a critical host plant for monarch caterpillars and offers nectar for adults—helping sustain declining butterfly populations. Unlike its more aggressive cousin, Asclepias syriaca, Swamp Milkweed is well-mannered and clump-forming, growing upright to about 3–5 feet tall.
Key Features:
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Native, deer-resistant perennial with high ecological value
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Soft pink blooms from July to September
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Excellent for butterfly gardens, wetland plantings, and rain gardens
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Host plant for monarch butterflies
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Tolerates clay soils and seasonal flooding once established
Photo courtesy of Mary Kleim.
Pickup available at Aiken Nursery
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Plant Specs
- Zones: 3 - 8
- Sun: Full Sun and Part Shade
- Soil: Moist
- Height at Maturity: 3 - 5 Feet
- Spread at Maturity: 2 - 3 Feet
- Growth Rate: Fast
Dies back
Flower/Foliage
Care Info
Here’s a closer look at how we produce our plants:
From rooting to shipping, our top priority is ensuring you receive healthy, thriving plants for your garden’s success.
The majority of our plants are carefully cultivated from rooted cuttings, while we also utilize propagation methods such as seed, air layering, and grafting, thoughtfully chosen to suit each plant’s unique needs.
Our plants are cultivated using sustainable practices, including organic soil blends and eco-friendly pest management, ensuring they thrive while minimizing environmental impact.
We are proud to contribute to local biodiversity through ongoing donations to the Aiken Arboretum and support for local wildlife conservation efforts, helping to preserve and enhance our community’s natural ecosystems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to expect upon delivery
All our plants are sold in 1-gallon sizes, though the height of each plant can vary depending on its growth rate and seasonality, typically ranging from 1/2 to 2.5 feet.
Each plant is carefully packaged with its roots enclosed in a secure plastic bag containing moist soil, forming a compact root ball. To ensure safe transport, the box is padded with recycled newspaper, providing both stability and eco-friendly protection from weather during shipping.
What is your return policy?
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