Swamp Milkweed – Live Bare Root Plant | 2–3 Feet Tall | Asclepias incarnata | Native Monarch Butterfly Host Plant

Support butterflies and pollinators with this live Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata), measuring approximately 2–3 feet tall and shipped bare root for easy planting. These healthy plants have been grown in pots to develop strong root systems before being carefully shipped bare root. Swamp Milkweed is a beautiful native perennial that produces clusters of fragrant pink flowers and serves as an essential host plant for Monarch butterfly caterpillars. Perfect for pollinator gardens, rain gardens, and native landscapes, this hardy plant returns year after year with proper care. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Swamp Milkweed plant
✔️ Height: approximately 2–3 feet
✔️ Shipped bare root
✔️ Healthy, well-rooted plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Swamp Milkweed
Botanical Name: Asclepias incarnata
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial wildflower
Growth Stage: Established bare root plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining to consistently moist soil
Watering: Moderate to high; keep soil evenly moist while establishing
Mature Height: 3–5 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 3–9
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant your Swamp Milkweed promptly after arrival in a sunny location with moist, well-draining soil. Water regularly during the establishment period, especially in dry weather. Once established, this native perennial is relatively low maintenance and will provide valuable habitat for Monarch butterflies and other beneficial pollinators for years to come.