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Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata)
Swamp Milkweed is a must have because it's a host plant for monarch butterflies -- caterpillar stage. It does well in moist to wet areas, but doesn't tolerate competition from other weeds.
Summary
Classification: herbaceous perennial
Characteristics: gardens, pond, lakes, streams edges
Habitat: moist to garden soils
Wildlife Benefit: attracts bees and butterflies, especially monarchs
Bloom Period: late summer
Height: 3-4 ft
Tolerances: full sun preferred, deer resistant
Characteristics: gardens, pond, lakes, streams edges
Habitat: moist to garden soils
Wildlife Benefit: attracts bees and butterflies, especially monarchs
Bloom Period: late summer
Height: 3-4 ft
Tolerances: full sun preferred, deer resistant
