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Marsh Milkweed
Asclepias incarnata
Category: PerennialLight: Part Sun/Part Shade
Marsh Milkweed is a perennial plant known for its clusters of pink flowers and ability to attract butterflies. It thrives in wetland areas and is beneficial for pollinators.
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Marsh Milkweed
Asclepias incarnata
Category: Perennial • Milkweed
Marsh Milkweed is a beautiful perennial that attracts butterflies and thrives in wet soils.
Mature Height: 3-4 feet
Mature Width: 2-3 feet
Bloom Color: Pink, Purple
Bloom Time: Summer
Light: Part Sun/Part Shade
Zone: Zones 3-9
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Summer
Foliage: Deciduous
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