Swamp Milkweed

Swamp Milkweed is a vital plant for butterflies. Attracting butterflies and pollinators with pink and purple blooms, this milkweed is deer resistant and perennial in zones 3 - 6. About 50 seeds

Life Cycle: Perennial

When: Direct sow 2 - 4 weeks before your last average frost date. Start inside 6 - 8 weeks before your last average frost date and transplant after last frost date (Cold stratification required for germination)

Sun: Full Sun

Depth: 1/4 inch

Spacing: 12 - 18 inches

Germination: 14 - 28 days

Size: Up to 40 inches

Maturity: 60 - 75 days