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Asclepias incarnata 'Ice Ballet'

Family Asclepiadaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Asclepias incarnata 'Ice Ballet' (silkweed) yields showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to early autumn. This plant is upright and has matte and coarse textured foliage that is medium green in colour. Showy fruit are produced by Asclepias incarnata 'Ice Ballet' (silkweed).
Typical Uses Accent, bog, border, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting, waterfront and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Asclepias incarnata 'Ice Ballet' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of wet sites and compacted soil.
Cautions Be aware that this herbaceous perennial is poisonous or toxic. Plan its application carefully if you have children or pets. Where conditions are favourable, Asclepias incarnata 'Ice Ballet' (silkweed) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.