About Swamp Milkweed

Red, pink and white flowers form clusters at the top of this plant. The long thin leaves are opposite each other on a milky sap filled stem. This perennial is native to the Great Plains and areas east. It can be planted on moist soils in full sun along the margins of lakes, ponds, streams, or lowland areas. Swamp Milkweed is attractive to butterflies. Blooms appear the second year after germination in July and August. One packet contains 7 grams.