Common Milkweed is a well-known perennial plant native to North America. It's an essential plant for monarch butterflies and has distinct characteristics. This milkweed species features clusters of small, fragrant, pink to purplish flowers arranged in large, rounded clusters. The flowers have a unique structure with intricate petals and a central crown-like structure. The plant blooms from late spring to mid-summer. Product Information Botanic Name: Asclepias syriaca Application or Use: Ornamental, Conservation, Habitat Germination Time: 10 - 14 days, under optimal conditions Growing Locations: Warm Season, Transition Zone, Cool Season Height: 3 - 5 feet Sunlight Requirements: 8+ hours, full sun for best results Advantages: Adapted to many soil types; showy blooms, excellent for landscaping; attracts pollinators. When to Plant: Recommended planting time is late fall or spring when nighttime temperatures are consistently 65+ degrees.    Product Information Common Milkweed is a well-known perennial plant native to North America. It's an essential plant for monarch butterflies and has distinct characteristics. This milkweed species features clusters of small, fragrant, pink to purplish flowers arranged in large, rounded clusters. The flowers have a unique structure with intricate petals and a central crown-like structure. The plant blooms from late spring to mid-summer. Common Milkweed typically grows between 3 to 6 feet in height, with thick, upright stems. It can spread through rhizomes and forms colonies, creating patches of these tall plants in suitable habitats. The plant has broad, oblong-shaped leaves that are oppositely arranged along the stem. The leaves are a deep green color and emit a milky sap when broken, which is characteristic of milkweed plants. Common Milkweed thrives in various soil types but prefers well-drained, moderately moist soil. It's tolerant of dry conditions once established and is commonly found in fields, meadows, roadsides, and disturbed areas. This milkweed species is crucial for monarch butterflies as it serves as a host plant for their caterpillars. Monarch butterflies lay their eggs on the leaves, and the caterpillars feed exclusively on milkweed. The flowers also attract other pollinators like bees and butterflies. Common Milkweed is often grown in butterfly gardens and wildlife habitats to support monarch populations. However, it can spread vigorously, so it's essential to plant it where its tendency to colonize won't cause issues. Due to threats to monarch butterfly populations, efforts to cultivate milkweed plants, including Common Milkweed, have increased to provide essential habitats for monarchs during their life cycle. Common Milkweed is an ecologically significant plant due to its role in supporting monarch butterflies and other pollinators. It's valued for its beauty, ecological importance, and its contribution to conservation efforts aimed at preserving butterfly populations. *Product packaging may appear different than what is pictured.