Swamp Milkweed
Zone 3 - 9
Native plant.  Very fragrant and long lasting, waxy pink flowers in mid-summer.  Loved by butterflies - particularly the monarch.  Prefers wet, rich soil but is also very tolerant of drier conditions.   Great water garden subject.  Highly ornamental seedpods.  Grows well in sun to part-shade.   HEIGHT: 100-125 cm     SPREAD:  60-90 cm
1 gallon container size
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