Description:
Asclepias viridis, commonly known as green milkweed, is a US prairie native that forms a 2-foot tall clump with thick, outward-leaning stalks. It blooms in early May with green petals and purple stamens, attracting bees and monarch butterflies. This deer-resistant plant prefers average to dry soils and is a host plant for monarch butterflies, making it an important addition to wildlife gardens.
Sources:
- [1] Asclepias viridis: Plant Delights. Visit Source
- [2] Asclepias viridis: Wikipedia. Visit Source
- [3] Asclepias viridis: Plant Delights. Visit Source
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Last Updated June 30, 2025
| Store | Title | In Stock | Price |
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| Plant Delights | Asclepias viridis |
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$22.00 |