swamp_milkweed

Swamp Milkweed
(Asclepias incarnata)

Clusters of pale pink to red flowers top tall stalks with narrow, tapered leaves. This plant is the only milkweed commonly found in saturated soils. The leaves are attractive food for Monarch caterpillars.

Height Min

36

Height Max

60

Color

Pink

Bloom Months

Jun, Jul, Aug

Moisture Conditions

Moist, Wet

Soil Types

Clay, Loam, Sand

Light Conditions

Sun