New and Unread Tree-Mails
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Curtiss' Milkweed |
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Milkweed |
| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 8b -9.4 °C (15 °F) to -6.7 °C (20 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
| Plant Height: | 2 to 4 feet |
| Leaves: | Other: Large, dark green with undulating margins |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | White |
| Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
| Flower Time: | Summer |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
| Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
| Pollinators: | Moths and Butterflies |
| Conservation status: | Endangered (EN) |
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