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

Showy Milkweed

Asclepias Speciosa

A stout, pubescent perennial plant with large oval blue-green leaves and showy spherical clusters of rose-purple flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator attractor, wildlife garden, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Showy Milkweed

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Apocynaceae
Genus:Asclepias