Rose Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata)

Description

Rose Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata), also known as Swamp Milkweed, is a perennial plant native to North America. It blooms from mid-summer to early fall, producing clusters of fragrant, pink to mauve flowers. This milkweed prefers moist to wet soils, making it ideal for rain gardens, pond edges, and wet meadows. It can reach a height of 3-5 feet and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Rose Milkweed is a vital plant for pollinators, especially monarch butterflies, which rely on it for their lifecycle.