Rose Milkweed

Rose Milkweed -  Asclepias Incarnata

A captivating native perennial plant that thrives in wetland environments. With its elegant pink flowers and unique foliage, Rose Milkweed adds beauty to any landscape. Take delight in the ecological benefits this stunning plant offers while contributing to the conservation of native species and the overall health of your local ecosystem.

This plant is a favorite of monarch butterflies, attracting them with its nectar-rich blooms and serving as a vital host plant for their caterpillars. Additionally, Rose Milkweed attracts a diverse range of pollinators, including bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to pollinator gardens.

Rose Milkweed grows to a height of 3 to 4 feet, displaying clusters of fragrant, pink or mauve flowers during the summer months. Its lance-shaped leaves are attractive and provide a visual interest even when the flowers have faded. As a wetland species, it prefers moist to wet soils, making it ideal for rain gardens, pond edges, or areas with consistent moisture and full sun. Despite these preferences, Rose Milkweed can tolerate partial shade it will survive in drier conditions. Rose Milkweed can spread by rhizomes, so adequate spacing or containment may be required in small garden settings.

A sea of rosy waves,
Wetland symphony.