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Milkweed Common
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Pompoms of pale pink starbursts branch from a single elegant stem. A vital host plant for the monarch butterfly and an important nectar source for beneficial pollinators. Edible if cooked correctly. Used for twine and medical in folklore.
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| Soil Type: | Clay Soil, Silty Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil, Peaty Soil, Chalky Soil, All - Tolerant of Most Soil Types. |
| Zones: | Annuals (Grow in All Zones), 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Water Needs: | Low, Moderate, Low/Moderate |
| Light: | Full Sun/Partial Shade, Full Sun |
| Growth Cycle: | Perennial |
| Edible: | Yes, with Caution |
| Color: | Pink |
| Height: | g: Up to 3 Feet, h: Up to 4 Feet |
| Growing Instructions: | Sow in fall 1/8”deep into finely raked soil and barely cover. Sow in spring after 30 days cold stratification. Keep moist until germination about 7-14 days at 70-75F. Drought tolerant. |
| Special Features: | Butterflies and Pollinators, Medicinal Value |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Already Cold Stratified: | Yes |
July 2014: Monarch's and Milkweeds