Asclepias incarnata 'Ice Ballet' - SWAMP MILKWEED 'ICE BALLET'

Swamp milkweed 'Ice Ballet' is the white-flowering form of native swamp milkweed. It offers 4,” dense clusters of vanilla-scented, white flower heads that put on a show through the summer.

It is a must for butterflies and monarchs, and hummingbirds also occasionally seek for nectar here. Even though it originates in swamps or wet meadows, it grows well in average soil that doesn't dry out completely. It dies back completely to the ground in the fall. 

Deer resistant and clay tolerant plant. Excellent perennial for sunny borders, monarch or pollinator gardens, and deer resistant landscaping projects. A good plant for low spots, rain gardens or other moist areas along streams or in wet meadows.

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Blooming Time: July - August
Size: 3’ tall and wide
USDA Zones: 3 to 9
Culture: thrives in a sunny or half-shaded spot, and medium-moist to wet or waterlogged soil
Moisture Needs: medium to moist
Origin: native form of Asclepias incarnata naturally grows in every US state (except WA, OR, CA, AZ, and MS) and the SE 1/4 of Canada (USDA distribution map)
Deer/Rabbit Resistant: yes / no
Attracts Butterflies or Pollinators: monarchs and other butterflies/pollinators, important food source for monarch larvae
Attracts Hummingbirds: yes
Pot Size: 3.5" x 5" deep pot