Long-leaf Milkweed (Asclepias longifolia) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the mid-western and eastern United States and Canada, except for the northeast. This plant is a host to the Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus)…
Red Milkweed (Asclepias rubra) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the mid-Atlantic and southeastern United States. This plant is a host to the Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) and Queen butterfly (Danaus gilippus). It…
Red-Ring Milkweed (Asclepias variegata) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the mid-western and eastern United States. This plant is a host to the Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) and Queen butterfly (Danaus gilippus). It…
Four-leaf Milkweed (Asclepias quadrifolia) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the mid-western and eastern United States. This plant is a host to the Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) and Queen butterfly (Danaus gilippus). It…
With its woolly, purple-tinged stems and large, hornless blooms, California Milkweed (Asclepias californica) is a standout addition to drought-tolerant gardens. Discover how to identify, grow, and care for this beautiful perennial.
Whorled Milkweed (Asclepias verticillata) is a herbaceous perennial that grows in most of North America except for the far western areas. This plant is a host to the Monarch (Danaus plexippus). It can grow to…
Purple Milkweed (Asclepias purpurascens) is a herbaceous perennial that grows from the mid-west to eastern North America. This plant is a host to the Monarch (Danaus plexippus). It can grow to 6 feet tall and…
Poke milkweed (Asclepias exaltata) is a haven in the forest for monarch butterflies, as well as, a source of toxins. In this post we delve into the fascinating world of the poke milkweed and look…
Roundleaf Goldenrod (Solidago patula) is a herbaceous perennial that ranges from the mid-western to eastern United States. This plant, along with other goldenrods, is an important nectar source for many insects in the fall, including…