Asclepias ‘tuberosa’
Milkweed
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Flower Detail
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Habit
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Leaf Detail
About Asclepias ‘tuberosa’
description
Asclepias tuberosa is a species of milkweed native to eastern North America. It is a perennial plant growing to 0.3–1 metre tall, with clustered orange or yellow flowers from early summer to early autumn. The leaves are spirally arranged, lanceolate, 5–12 cm long, and 2–3 cm broad.
details
Height
Medium 1' to 3',
Exposure
Sun,
Bloom Time
August,
July,
June,
Flower Color
Orange,
Wildlife Interest
Deer/Rabbit Resistant,