Swamp Milkweed 1 Live Plant – 2 Gallon Pot – Asclepias incarnata

Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is a North American native flowering perennial valued for its clusters of fragrant, rosy-pink flowers and its importance to monarch butterflies. It is a host plant for monarch caterpillars, while its nectar-rich flowers attract adult butterflies, bees, and other pollinating insects. This species is a popular choice for native plant gardens, rain gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

Unlike many milkweed species that prefer dry soil, Swamp Milkweed naturally grows in moist meadows, wetlands, and along streambanks. It develops an upright, clump-forming growth habit with narrow, lance-shaped green leaves and rounded clusters of small, star-shaped flowers. Blooming typically occurs from midsummer into late summer, depending on local conditions.

Swamp Milkweed performs best in full sun and consistently moist soil, although established plants can tolerate some variation in moisture. It is particularly suitable for rain gardens, pond edges, and areas with naturally moist soil. As a native perennial, it provides seasonal interest and supports beneficial wildlife.

You will receive one live Swamp Milkweed plant in a 2 gallon nursery pot. This is a young nursery-grown perennial. The actual shipping height has not been specified. Plant size, branching, foliage density, and flowering condition may vary depending on the season.

Swamp Milkweed is a herbaceous perennial that naturally dies back above ground during winter dormancy. Plants shipped during colder months may arrive with trimmed stems, yellowing foliage, or little visible top growth.

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

• Common Name: Swamp Milkweed

• Scientific Name: Asclepias incarnata

• Quantity: 1 Live Plant

• Pot Size: 2 Gallon Nursery Pot

• Plant Type: Native Herbaceous Perennial

• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming

• Flower Color: Rosy pink to pink

• Flower Form: Rounded clusters of small, star-shaped flowers

• Bloom Season: Midsummer to late summer

• Foliage Color: Green

• Foliage Shape: Narrow, lance-shaped leaves

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9

• Sunlight: Full sun; tolerates some partial sun

• Soil Preference: Moist to wet, organically rich soil

• Water Requirements: Moderate to high; prefers consistent moisture

• Native Range: North America

• Landscape Uses: Native gardens, rain gardens, moist borders, pond edges, and pollinator gardens

• Wildlife Value: Monarch butterfly host plant

• Pollinator Appeal: Nectar source for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators

• Container Suitability: Yes, in sufficiently large containers with consistent moisture

• Seasonal Condition: May arrive dormant, trimmed, or with reduced foliage

• Plant Safety: Contains milky sap; plant material should not be ingested by people or pets

One live Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata), nursery growing medium, 2 gallon nursery container.