Asclepias hirtella | Tall Green Milkweed | 10 Seeds

Asclepias hirtella, commonly known as Tall Green Milkweed, is a perennial species native to the central and eastern United States, particularly thriving in prairies, open meadows, and sunny roadsides. It typically grows 60–120 cm (2–4 feet) tall, forming sturdy, upright stems that are sparsely to moderately hairy, giving the plant a slightly rough texture. The narrow, lance-shaped leaves are arranged in whorls or opposite pairs along the stem, creating a clean, vertical form characteristic of many prairie milkweeds. In mid to late summer, Asclepias hirtella produces spherical clusters of small, greenish-yellow flowers that give off a mild, sweet fragrance and attract a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and beetles; it also functions as a larval host plant for monarch butterflies. Adapted to well-drained, often sandy or gravelly soils, it prefers full sun and shows excellent drought tolerance once established. With its subtle yet striking floral clusters, tall profile