Indian Milkweed, Kotolo Milkweed, Monarch Milkweed, Woollypod Milkweed, Asclepias fremontii
Asclepias eriocarpa (Woollypod Milkweed) is an erect perennial boasting intricate clusters, 4-5 in. across (10-12 cm), of pink, white, or cream-colored flowers from late spring to mid-fall. Their corollas fold back so that the hoods stand erect over them. Giving off a wax fragrance, the flowers are borne on stout and long pedicels that arise from the leaf axils at the top of the plant. The succulent-looking foliage of lance-shaped, gray-green leaves, 3-5 in. long (7-12 cm), is covered with fine hairs giving it a silvery appearance. Flowers are a great nectar source for bees, beneficial insects, and butterflies. They give way to large seed pods, covered with long, wholly hairs. A great choice for the flower garden and for natural settings. Most attractive when massed.
Milkweed plants belong to the Apocynaceae family, which includes other flowering plants such as oleander, hoya, plumeria, and the desert rose.
Milkweed plants are critical to monarch butterflies‘ survival, whose population in North America has plummeted by 90% in the last 20 years. By planting milkweed in your own garden, you can help reverse the fortune of these beautiful insects!
| Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Asclepias |
| Common names | Milkweed |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 2' - 4' (60cm - 120cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
| Native Plants | United States, California, Southwest, Nevada |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
4 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Asclepias |
| Common names | Milkweed |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 2' - 4' (60cm - 120cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 36" (90cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
| Native Plants | United States, California, Southwest, Nevada |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Informal and Cottage |
How many Asclepias eriocarpa (Woollypod Milkweed) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Asclepias eriocarpa (Woollypod Milkweed) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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