Whorled Milkweed
Common Name: Whorled Milkweed
Latin Name: Asclepias verticillata
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Blooms later than other milkweeds with clusters of small, white flowers and thin leaves. In fall, foliage turns yellow to orange and attractive seed pods form. Excellent food source for butterfly larvae.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 1-2'
Mature Width: 2'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Fall Color, Urban Approved, Wisconsin Native
Common Name: Whorled Milkweed
Latin Name: Asclepias verticillata
Visit Plant Profile >>Description & Overview
Blooms later than other milkweeds with clusters of small, white flowers and thin leaves. In fall, foliage turns yellow to orange and attractive seed pods form. Excellent food source for butterfly larvae.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 1-2'
Mature Width: 2'
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
Features & Benefits: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Fall Color, Urban Approved, Wisconsin Native