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Asclepias speciosa

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 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Asclepias speciosa (silkweed) bears showy and white blooms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is greyish green in colour.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts birds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions Be advised that Asclepias speciosa (silkweed) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.