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Milkweed Asclepias Silky Deep Red (4.5" Pot)

Milkweed Asclepias Silky Deep Red (4.5" Pot)

Annual with Bold Deep Red Blooms and Exceptional Pollinator Appeal

Silky Deep Red showcases bold deep red flower clusters that attract pollinators from spring through fall. This heat-loving milkweed delivers exceptional continuous blooms, monarch butterfly attraction, and drought tolerance, making it perfect for sunny borders, pollinator gardens, containers, and creating vibrant wildlife-friendly displays.

Key Features

  • Bold Deep Red Blooms: Rich flower clusters create stunning color all season long
  • Monarch Butterfly Magnet: Essential host plant for monarch caterpillars and nectar source for butterflies
  • Continuous Blooming: Blanketed with blossoms from spring through fall
  • Heat Loving: Flourishes in hot summer temperatures
  • Drought Tolerant: Waterwise once established
  • Pollinator Paradise: Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds

Growing Specifications

  • Light: Full sun
  • Mature Size: 18-24" tall x 12-18" wide
  • Hardiness: Annual (frost-tender)
  • Type: Annual
  • Bloom Time: Spring through fall
  • Pruning: Minimal pruning needed. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers.

Care & Growing Conditions

Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then moderately once established. Fertilize sparingly as milkweed prefers lean soil conditions.

Pricing & Availability

All items are subject to availability. You may contact us via email - mulchpit1@gmail.com or call us at 615-754-7076 to check our current availability. We strive to keep our website prices accurate, but prices are subject to change.

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