Asclepias speciosus

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Showy Milkweed

 
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Description

This beautiful perennial reaches 2'-4' tall and 3' wide. It spreads by underground colonies so it's a good plant for difficult slopes. Thick upright stems have large, hairy, gray leaves. Fragrant pink and white, star shaped clusters of flowers bloom in s

 

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Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

 

Width Range

n/a

 

Flower Color

Pink, White, Multi-Colored

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

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Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.