Showy Milkweed (Asclepias Speciosa) is a perennial herb in the Apocynaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
A stout, pubescent perennial plant with large oval blue-green leaves and showy spherical clusters of rose-purple flowers.

Showy Milkweed
Asclepias Speciosa
A stout, pubescent perennial plant with large oval blue-green leaves and showy spherical clusters of rose-purple flowers.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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