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White Swamp Milkweed Seeds For Planting (Asclepias incarnata)

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ALL ABOUT WHITE SWAMP MILKWEED

SEED COUNT

100 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES

POLLINATORS

YES

White swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is a valuable addition to gardens, serving as a vital host plant for monarch butterflies. Its clusters of delicate white flowers provide nectar for adult monarchs, while its leaves offer a critical food source for their caterpillars. This native perennial enhances biodiversity, supports pollinators, and creates a vibrant habitat, making it an excellent choice for attracting and sustaining monarch populations in eco-conscious landscapes.

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

It is best to prep milkweed seeds with a period of stratification prior to sowing. Place the seeds between a damp paper towel and place it in a zipper bag. Let it sit in the fridge for a good 3 to 4 weeks prior to sowing. Can be started indoors, or directly outdoors.

SEED PREP

Stratification

SOWING DEPTH

1/16” Under

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Full Sun

SOIL CONDITIONS

Rich & fertile soil.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Water daily

GERMINATION

14 - 28 Days

PLANT HEIGHT

36" to 60”

PLANT WIDTH

20” to 24”

PLANT SPACING

12” to 18” apart.

FLOWER COLOR

White

FLOWER SIZE

Clusters of 1/4”

SEASON

Perennial

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Asclepias incarnata

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Somewhat stubborn to germinate.

CUT FLOWER

NO

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?

ALL ABOUT WHITE SWAMP MILKWEED

White swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is a valuable addition to gardens, serving as a vital host plant for monarch butterflies. Its clusters of delicate white flowers provide nectar for adult monarchs, while its leaves offer a critical food source for their caterpillars. This native perennial enhances biodiversity, supports pollinators, and creates a vibrant habitat, making it an excellent choice for attracting and sustaining monarch populations in eco-conscious landscapes.

SEED COUNT

100 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

HEIRLOOM

YES

UNTREATED

YES

LURES POLLINATORS

YES

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

It is best to prep milkweed seeds with a period of stratification prior to sowing. Place the seeds between a damp paper towel and place it in a zipper bag. Let it sit in the fridge for a good 3 to 4 weeks prior to sowing. Can be started indoors, or directly outdoors.

SEED PREP

Stratification

SOWING DEPTH

1/16” Under

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Full Sun

SOIL CONDITIONS

Rich & fertile soil.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Water daily

GERMINATION

14 - 28 Days

PLANT HEIGHT

36" to 60”

PLANT WIDTH

20” to 24”

PLANT SPACING

12” to 18” apart.

FLOWER COLOR

White

FLOWER SIZE

Clusters of 1/4”

SEASON

Perennial

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Asclepias incarnata

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Somewhat stubborn to germinate.

CUT FLOWER

NO

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?