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Aquatic milkweed | 001qt

7" x 4"

    $1.98

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    Orders placed by 12 PM Tuesday will be delivered that Friday (weather permitting). Delivery dates cannot be changed. If a holiday falls on a Friday, delivery will occur the following week. You do not need to be present to accept the delivery. You will receive an email notification that your order was delivered successfully.

    Disclaimer: Please note that not all plants and trees are permitted in all residential areas. Homeowners are responsible for consulting their Homeowners Association (HOA) rules to ensure compliance before planting.

    The Aquatic Milkweed is a Florida native herbaceous perennial with erect, dark-purplish green stems, elongated leaves, and clusters of small whitish flowers. Each cluster can produce up to 25 flowers. Flowers bloom in late spring to early fall. A strikingly unique feature to the Aquatic Milkweed is right before the flowers bloom. These tight, small ball-clusters have faint, pink tips that look like the shape of a starfish. This easy to grow wildflower reaches 1 to 2 feet in height. Aquatic Milkweed grows in full sun to shade. It grows best in moist to wet, loamy or sandy soils. It can tolerate short periods of drought once established but soil should be kept moist in order to thrive. This versatile wildflower is low maintenance; light annual pruning may be necessary to remove dead stems. The flowers are an important nectar source for native bees and the Monarch, Queen and Soldier butterfly; making the Aquatic Milkweed an excellent choice in mixed butterfly and wildflower gardens. It also does well in a container that can be used as an accent on a patio or deck.
    Native Origin:
    Florida Native
    Scientific Name:
    Asclepias perennis
    Mature Height:
    1 to 2 feet
    Mature Spread:
    1 to 2 feet
    Sun Preference:
    Full sun to shade
    Soil Preference:
    Sand, loam, organic material
    Drought Tolerance:
    Low
    Salt Tolerance:
    Low
    Growth Rate:
    Moderate
    Hardiness Zone:
    8b - 10
    Pollinator Friendly:
    Yes
    Features:
    Monarch host plant; Good for wet gardens
    ALT Size:
    001qt

    No order minimum, consistent plant material, local pickup