swamp milkweed
| Botanical Name | Asclepias incarnata |
| Common Name | swamp milkweed |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| USDA Zone | 3 to 7 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Season(s) of interest | Summer, Fall |
| Height and Spread | 4-5ft x 2-3ft (150cm x 90cm) |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Attracts Wildlife |
Great Pollinator Plant, Especially for Monarch Butterflies. Hosts Butterflies/Moths and Other Insects. Provides Food for Birds.
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| Additional Information |
Native to the Chicago Region. Best in moist soils, Native range: Eastern United States
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| Location in Lurie Garden | North Dark Plate, East Meadow |
