Swamp Milkweed

Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) Common Names: Swamp Milkweed, Rose Milkweed, Red Milkweed, and Swamp Silkweed. Best Growing Environment: As its name suggests, Swamp Milkweed has an affinity for damp environments. It's naturally found in wet meadows, swamps, marshes, riverbanks, and pond shores. While it appreciates moist soils, Swamp Milkweed can also adapt to average garden soils. Average Height: This perennial typically reaches heights of 3 to 5 feet, showcasing tall, branching stems. Average Diameter: Swamp Milkweed spreads about 1 to 3 feet wide, with multiple stems that can create a dense clump when mature. Growth Rate: Swamp Milkweed has a moderate growth rate. With adequate care, it establishes itself and produces its signature blooms within the first growing season. Sun Requirements: For optimal growth and bloom production, plant Swamp Milkweed in a location where it will receive full sun, which means at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. It can tolerate some shade,