Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata), also known as Rose Milkweed, is very similar to Common Milkweed. Swamp Milkweed will produce pinkish flowers that have a more tapered end to the flower petals. Milkweed is known to attract butterflies and humming birds. Swamp Milkweed may not flower the first year as it is busy strengthening its root system
If not planting in the fall, cold stratification is necessary for optimal germination
Germination in 10-15 days
Collected: 5/24
Germination: 84%