Showy Milkweed

Showy Milkweed is a striking native perennial celebrated for its vibrant pink and mauve blossoms that attract pollinators like butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. The showy milkweed plant thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil, making it an excellent choice for gardens designed to support local ecosystems. Its bold clusters of star-shaped flowers bloom from late spring to mid-summer, creating a stunning visual display while serving as an essential food source for monarch caterpillars.

This hardy milkweed species is well-suited to a variety of landscapes, from meadows and prairies to pollinator gardens and xeriscaping projects. Showy milkweed seeds can be sown directly in the fall for natural stratification or started indoors in early spring for transplanting. Once established, showy milkweed seedlings are drought-tolerant and require minimal maintenance, making them a favorite among gardeners seeking low-effort beauty and ecological impact.

Milkweed showy plants grow to an impressive height of two to five feet, with broad, velvety leaves that add texture to any garden setting. Beyond their ornamental appeal, they play a crucial role in supporting biodiversity. Incorporating showy milkweed into your landscape not only enhances its visual appeal but also helps sustain vital pollinator populations. With its vivid blooms and ecological benefits, showy milkweed is a must-have for any nature-friendly garden.

Showy Milkweed - Asclepias speciosa

Perennial Native Plant. This stunning perennial is known for its fragrant, star-shaped blooms in shades of pink and mauve, which appear in large clusters. Showy milkweed plants are highly attractive to butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, making them an essential addition to pollinator gardens. The broad, velvety leaves add texture and visual interest, while the flowers provide critical habitat for monarch caterpillars.

Showy milkweed seeds can be directly sown in fall or started indoors for spring transplanting. Once established, showy milkweed seedlings thrive with minimal maintenance, offering drought tolerance and adaptability to a variety of soil types.

Did You Know? Showy milkweed is a vital host plant for monarch butterflies, supporting their lifecycle and contributing to pollinator conservation.

• Soil Temperature: 65-75°F
• Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
• Germination: 10-20 Days
• Height At Maturity: 2-5 feet
• Bloom Time: Late Spring to Mid-Summer
• Sun/Shade: Full Sun
• Spacing: 18-24 inches
• Approx Seeds per Pack: 45 Seeds