Asclepias verticillata
Whorled Milkweed
Sometimes called Horsetail Milkweed, this plant has narrow, sessile-whorled leaves and small creamy white flowers the length of the unbranched stems. Handsome and tough. Food for Monarchs.
- Height: 18" – 24"
- Width: 24" – 36"
- Soil Conditions: Dry
- Flower Color: White
- Bloom Time: June, July, August, September
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 9
Plant Characteristics
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Attributes
- Fall Color
- Drought Tolerant
- Fragrant Flower
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Mound
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Light Conditions
- Sun to Part Shade
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Native Plant Community
- Dry Prairie
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Flower Color
- White
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Flower Hue
- Light
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Flower Type
- Umbel
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Flower Height
- 3" to 6"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Fine
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Flower Size
- 1/4" or Less
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Soil Moisture
- Dry
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Prune Time
- Jan/Feb/March
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Growth Rate
- Fast
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg