Asclepias viridis (Green Milkweed)

$ 8.98

Size

Comment: Very small. Just breaking dormancy.

Only 18 left in stock.

Green Milkweed is a native perennial that blooms on and off spring through summer. It is a must-have in any pollinator garden that is sunny, open and dry.

Green Milkweed is a host plant for Monarch butterflies. It also is a good nectar source. It can be found growing is various soils, rich or poor. It requires little water once established and needs full sun. It is more tolerant of deep, rich soils and moisture than Antelope Horn Milkweed ( Asclepias asperula).

AT A GLANCE

Texas native Yes
Water use Low
Sun exposure Full sun
Bloom color Green
Bloom time Spring, summer
Mature height 1-2.5 ft
Mature spread 1-2 ft
Attracts Butterflies, bees
Host plant Monarch, Queen butterflies
Deer resistant Yes
Poisonous Yes
Notes Bumble, honey and native bee friendly. Attracts beneficial insects.


 

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 Present in state
 Present in county and native
 Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state         
 Not present in state
 Present and rare, native in county
 Previously present, now extinct
 Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color)