General Information
Common Milkweed is a native to North America and is one of the easiest and fastest to establish of the Milkweeds. Planting these can provide personal satisfaction while helping counter increasing threats to our Monarch butterfly population. It's stems and leaves exude a white milky sap if cut or crushed, which is a common characteristic of the milkweed species. The large flower can vary in the color range from nearly white to deep pink-purple. The fragrance is very delicate and pleasing and numerous native pollinators will benefit from its long bloom time.
Additional Information
Common Milkweed 'Asclepias syriaca', will bloom from June to August. Seed pods that resemble small cucumbers succeed the flowers, the pods in turn burst open in late summer to early fall, exposing their seeds. Milkweed plants grow as wildflowers in fields and along roadsides in Eastern North America. Typically grows in zone 3-9.
Care & Shipping Notes
NOT AVAILABLE FOR SALE IN THESE US STATES AND TERRITORIES: Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands. Due to Department of Agriculture regulations, we cannot send plants to California. Our products will ship with USPS, FedEx or UPS. They should take 2 to 3 days to reach most areas that we ship to. All of our plants will be shipped out within 7 to 10 business days, with certain exceptions.
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like it's ours
- Before your plant leaves our greenhouse, it’s wrapped and supported to handle the journey ahead. Pots are sealed to prevent spills, plants are gently netted and staked for stability, and boxes are packed with biodegradable peanuts to absorb movement along the way. Thoughtful packaging helps your plant arrive happy, healthy, and ready to grow.
When your plant
arrives
- Plants may show signs of stress after shipping, such as bent stems or drooping leaves. This is normal. Prompt unpacking, proper watering, and a short recovery period in the shade help plants rebound quickly. Avoid heavy pruning and give your plant time to adjust as it establishes in your landscape.
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