Asclepias 'Soulmate' Milkweed

Asclepias 'Soulmate' Milkweed
Asclepias 'Soulmate' Milkweed

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Support your favorite butterflies with this native American wildflower's vanilla-scented clusters
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Bareroot
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Key Characteristics
Zone
3 - 9
Mature Height
4 Feet
Mature Width
2.3 Feet
Sun / Shade
Full Sun
Moisture Level
Dry, Moist, well-drained
Soil Type
Normal, loamy, Clay, Poor

Description / Asclepias 'Soulmate' Milkweed

Asclepias 'Soulmate' Milkweed is a native wildflower that grows 34 to 48 inches tall and blooms throughout summer and well into fall. Its vanilla-scented clusters of white and deep rose-pink flowers are nectar rich and attract hummingbirds and butterflies in droves. These blooms are perfect for fresh or dried bouquets, and the elegant seedpods that follow are a charming addition to seasonal floral arrangements. 'Soulmate' also features long, lush, lance-shaped leaves that provide a crucial food source for monarch butterfly caterpillars, supporting their larval development.

'Soulmate', a variety of Asclepias incarnata, is a perennial herb commonly known as milkweed, swamp milkweed, or butterfly weed, thriving in Zones 3-9. 'Soulmate' is ideal for creating beautiful flowering borders in the garden or for planting near ponds and stream banks. This plant is a staple in any butterfly garden but can also be grown in a container.

'Soulmate' milkweed is naturally adapted to wet environments, including marshes, swamps, bogs, and meadows. It thrives in full sun with medium to wet soils but can tolerate average garden soil as long as it remains moist, especially during spring. However, once established, the plant has some drought tolerance. It's deer resistant, cold hardy, and highly adaptable, making it easy to care for in many conditions.

For planting, space 'Soulmate' milkweed roots 24 to 28 inches apart and bury them 1½ to 2 inches deep in the spring. Butterfly weeds prefer to remain undisturbed after establishing, so be sure to select a permanent location.

Native to the eastern and midwestern regions of the U.S. and Canada, swamp milkweed is both visually appealing and ecologically valuable. Native plants like these are tailored to their local climates and soil conditions, thriving without added fertilizers or frequent watering once established. They also help control pests naturally, reducing the need for pesticides. Planting native species supports biodiversity, enhances pollinator habitats, and provides essential shelter and food for wildlife, making your garden a vibrant sanctuary.

Sap may cause skin irritation.

Product Details

SKU 44461-PK-3
Item Form Bareroot
Genus Asclepias
Species incarnata
Variety 'Soulmate'
Product Classification Perennials
Habit Upright
USDA Zone Low 3
USDA Zone High 9
Sun / Shade Full Sun
Bloom Color Pink
Bloom Season Start Early Summer
Bloom Season End Mid Fall
Foliage Color Medium Green
Resistance Cold Hardy, Deer Resistance, Drought Tolerant
Special Features Bloom First Year, Butterfly Lovers, Easy Care Plants, Flower, Fragrance, Hummingbird Lovers, Native
Uses Beds, Border, Containers, Fall Color
Zone 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
State Shipping Restrictions GU, PR, VI
Shipping Method Restrictions none

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