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Perennial – blooms appear in the second season and will reappear for many years to come. 60" tall. Although Poke Milkweed is a long-lasting perennial, it does not spread as aggressively as other asclepias varieties. This makes it a smart option for smaller landscapes and more manicured gardens. Poke Milkweed is a habitat and food source for Monarch butterflies, moths, and other fascinating pollinators in your region. Like all milkweed grown from seed, this variety needs a cold period in order to germinate and is best planted in the fall or forced into cold stratification for spring seeding.
SKU | AAS4ZPKT |
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Common Name | Poke Milkweed |
Botanical Name | Asclepias exaltata |
Seed Life Cycle | Perennials |
Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
Flower Color | White |
Mature Height | 60" tall |
Bloom Time | Early to mid summer |
Ships As | Seed |
Coverage | covers approximately 50 square feet |
Seeds Per Packet | 25 |
Soil Moisture | Dry, Average, Moist/Wet, Well Draining |
Soil Type | Clay Soil, Drought/Dry Soil, Moist/Wet Soil |
Native To | North America |
Native To | Eastern United States and Midwest |
Native | Yes |
Ideal Region | Northeast, Southeast, Midwest |
Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
Advantages | Deer Resistant, Attract Butterflies, Bee Friendly, Native |
Is It Storable? | Yes- You can store your seed in any cool (not freezing) dry place that is not subject to extreme temperature variations. |
Non-GMO | Yes |
Neonicotinoid-Free | Yes - Learn More |
Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | Yes |
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