Cinderella Milkweed

Asclepias incarnata 'Cinderella'

Pronunciation: as-KLE-pee-us in-kar-NAH-tuh
SKU #02359
4-9

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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Quickly reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall, 1 to 3 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9

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Description A must-have for sunny gardens! One of the most beautiful milkweeds, this selection, with its soft lavender-pink flowers, has much more refined foliage and a tidier habit. Large, vanilla-scented flower clusters rise up among the long, lush leaves all summer long. Tolerates swampy, boggy conditions. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom Time Mid to late summer
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing
Problems/Solutions Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
Growth Rate Fast
Growth Habit Upright
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Container
Flower Color Pink
Foliage Color Green
Companion Plants Bee Balm (Monarda); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Sedge (Carex); Turtlehead (Chelone); Japanese Iris (Iris ensata)
Care Instructions Thrives in average soils with consistent moisture, even boggy conditions and standing water. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. For a tidy appearance, remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
History American Native Plant
Lore The milkweed family of North American plants is named Asclepias after Asklepios, the famous Greek God of Medicine, since the plants have long been used in herbal medicine.
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DescriptionA must-have for sunny gardens! One of the most beautiful milkweeds, this selection, with its soft lavender-pink flowers, has much more refined foliage and a tidier habit. Large, vanilla-scented flower clusters rise up among the long, lush leaves all summer long. Tolerates swampy, boggy conditions. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom TimeMid to late summer
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing
Problems/SolutionsRabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
Growth RateFast
Growth HabitUpright
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsBee Balm (Monarda); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Sedge (Carex); Turtlehead (Chelone); Japanese Iris (Iris ensata)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in average soils with consistent moisture, even boggy conditions and standing water. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. For a tidy appearance, remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
History
HistoryAmerican Native Plant
LoreThe milkweed family of North American plants is named Asclepias after Asklepios, the famous Greek God of Medicine, since the plants have long been used in herbal medicine.

Frequently asked questions

Does Cinderella Milkweed produce flowers?
Mid to late summer
Is Cinderella Milkweed evergreen or deciduous?
Cinderella Milkweed is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Cinderella Milkweed?
Cinderella Milkweed is Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Cinderella Milkweed resistant to pests or animals?
Rabbit Resistant, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Cinderella Milkweed grow?
Cinderella Milkweed has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Cinderella Milkweed?
Cinderella Milkweed grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use Cinderella Milkweed in my landscape?
Cinderella Milkweed is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Cinderella Milkweed flowers?
Cinderella Milkweed produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Cinderella Milkweed?
Cinderella Milkweed has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Cinderella Milkweed?
Good companion plants for Cinderella Milkweed include: Bee Balm (Monarda); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Sedge (Carex); Turtlehead (Chelone); Japanese Iris (Iris ensata).
How do I care for Cinderella Milkweed?
Thrives in average soils with consistent moisture, even boggy conditions and standing water. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. For a tidy appearance, remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
What is the history of Cinderella Milkweed?
American Native Plant

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