Popular common name:
Narrowleaf milkweed
Botanical Nomenclature:
Asclepias fascicularis
Asclepias fascicularis, commonly known as narrowleaf milkweed, is a versatile and beautiful perennial that thrives across a variety of habitats in the western United States. With its slender, arching leaves and clusters of fragrant pink to white flowers, this plant not only adds visual charm to any garden but also plays a crucial role in supporting local wildlife. It attracts pollinators, including monarch butterflies, which depend on it as a vital host plant for their larvae. Its adaptability to different soil types and drought tolerance make it an excellent choice for both native and low-water gardens
Unique Attributes of
Asclepias fascicularis
1 Flower Color
Pink, White, Green, Cream
2 Plant Height
2-4 feet
3 USDA Zones
6a-11a
4 Bloom Timing
May, June, July, August, September, October

5 Light Preference
Full Sun, Part Sun
6 Soil Moisture
Low
7 Soil Substraite
Well Drainiing
8 Ecoregion I/II
9 Soil Moisture
Low
10 Difficulty Rank
🟢 Easy
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