Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca)

Description

Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is a robust perennial plant native to North America, known for its role in supporting monarch butterflies. It typically blooms from late spring to mid-summer, producing fragrant clusters of pink to purplish flowers. This milkweed prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of soil types, including sandy and clay soils. It grows to a height of 3-5 feet and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Common Milkweed is an essential component of butterfly gardens and naturalized landscapes due to its ecological benefits.