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Narrowleaf Milkweed
Asclepias fascicularis
Pronunciation: as-KLE-pee-us fa-sik-yoo-LARE-is
SKU #42789
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established, does not need water.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 2 ft to 3 ft. tall, 1 ft. wide.
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| Description | Native to western North America, this easy care plant is a must-have in a wildlife garden. Clusters of lavender-tinted white flowers bloom above thin stems whorled with long, pointed leaves. Tolerates a variety of soils including sandy, clay, and saline. Ideal for naturalized areas, meadows, and borders. Drought tolerant. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Waterwise, North American Native, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Yarrow (Achillea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Trumpet Vine (Campsis); Bee Balm (Monarda) |
| Care Instructions | Plant in full sun and mulch heavily. Water well the first month to establish. Can tolerate boggy soils in winter and dry periods of drought in summer, as well as salty coastal soils. Remove dried stems in late fall when they can easily break off at the ground, or leave as a nesting material for birds. |
Details
| Description | Native to western North America, this easy care plant is a must-have in a wildlife garden. Clusters of lavender-tinted white flowers bloom above thin stems whorled with long, pointed leaves. Tolerates a variety of soils including sandy, clay, and saline. Ideal for naturalized areas, meadows, and borders. Drought tolerant. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Waterwise, North American Native, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Yarrow (Achillea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Trumpet Vine (Campsis); Bee Balm (Monarda) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Plant in full sun and mulch heavily. Water well the first month to establish. Can tolerate boggy soils in winter and dry periods of drought in summer, as well as salty coastal soils. Remove dried stems in late fall when they can easily break off at the ground, or leave as a nesting material for birds. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Narrowleaf Milkweed produce flowers?
Summer
Is Narrowleaf Milkweed evergreen or deciduous?
Narrowleaf Milkweed is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Narrowleaf Milkweed?
Narrowleaf Milkweed is Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Waterwise, North American Native, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Narrowleaf Milkweed resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Narrowleaf Milkweed grow?
Narrowleaf Milkweed has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Narrowleaf Milkweed?
Narrowleaf Milkweed grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use Narrowleaf Milkweed in my landscape?
Narrowleaf Milkweed is suitable for: Border.
What color are Narrowleaf Milkweed flowers?
Narrowleaf Milkweed produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Narrowleaf Milkweed?
Narrowleaf Milkweed has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Narrowleaf Milkweed?
Good companion plants for Narrowleaf Milkweed include: Yarrow (Achillea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Tickseed (Coreopsis); Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Trumpet Vine (Campsis); Bee Balm (Monarda).
How do I care for Narrowleaf Milkweed?
Plant in full sun and mulch heavily. Water well the first month to establish. Can tolerate boggy soils in winter and dry periods of drought in summer, as well as salty coastal soils. Remove dried stems in late fall when they can easily break off at the ground, or leave as a nesting material for birds.
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