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Swamp Milkweed 3-Plant Set - Ships Late July Plants - Garden for Wildlife
Swamp Milkweed 3-Plant Set - Ships Late July Plants - Garden for Wildlife
Swamp Milkweed 3-Plant Set - Ships Late July Plants - Garden for Wildlife

Swamp Milkweed 3-Plant Set

$34.00
$34.00
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Swamp Milkweed 3-Plant Set

$34.00
$34.00
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  • Multi-season bloom
  • Return each year
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Grown non-GMO and free of harmful neonicotinoids for healthy pollinators and planet.

This host plant for monarch butterfly caterpillars is abundant with small, rose-to-deep pink flowers that sit in clusters on branching stalks with narrow leaves.

Grown sustainably just for your area, this set of three Swamp Milkweed plants for sun/part-shade will:

• Support other wildlife species including birds, butterflies, moths, and bees
• Return each year
• Never need chemicals and require less water once established
• Are deer resistant, once established

Tan/brown seed pods will develop on stems in fall and remain into winter.


Did you know? The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) that relies on native milkweed to survive has declined in population by 90%. By planting milkweed, you are restoring critical habitat for monarchs and making a real difference toward saving these iconic creatures!

This set of Red Swamp Milkweed plants also has the potential to support up to:

- 12 other butterfly species
- 96% of the backyard birds that rely on these larval insects to feed their young
- Dozens of other pollinator species foraging for nectar

All purchases support National Wildlife Federation’s non-profit mission to help declining wildlife and expand native plant availability nationwide.

Our plants are grown regionally to thrive where you live and help local wildlife. Confirm availability for your area using the zip code checker near the add to cart button above.

Orders placed during an active shipping window will ship within 10 business days* of the order date.

*To ensure your plants arrive healthy, we may delay shipments to certain areas during times of extreme temperatures, natural disasters, or other conditions that will impact the plants during transit. Any delays will be clearly communicated.
See our Shipping Timeframes page for more detail.

When your order ships, you will receive an email from orders@gardenforwildlife.com with tracking information.

Your digital download containing garden design ideas and planting tips is sent by email immediately after purchase.

Also Includes: Garden design ideas and plant guidance from our pros.

Sizing: At the time of shipment, our plants have a developed root mass and emerging foliage around 4-8” high. The 3-plant set of Red Swamp Milkweed grows to fill a space up to about 2x3 feet; perfect for a small garden bed in the sun or part shade. These plants can also thrive in patio containers if planted one per large container.

Meet the Swamp Milkweed

Asclepias incarnata

Grows to 2-4 Ft

Spread 2-3 Ft

Blooms June-October

Light Requirement: Sun, Part Shade

Soil Moisture: Medium, Wet

Soil Description: Clay, Mucky

Attracts: Monarchs, Native Bees, Bumblebees, Caterpillars, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Beneficial Insects

Fragrant Flowers: Yes

Deer Resistant: Yes

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You’ll help birds, pollinators such as bees, butterflies, other insects, amphibians and small mammals, and reptiles.
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Your impact reaches far beyond your own garden. You’ll be creating habitat for declining wildlife, but also helping to reduce urban heat islands and manage storm water runoff.
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Bring nature home. There’s no easier place to get a daily dose of nature and the physical, mental and spiritual benefits.
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All orders support our non-profit mission to help declining wildlife and expand native plant availability nationwide.
butterfly icon
You’ll help birds, pollinators such as bees, butterflies, other insects, amphibians and small mammals, and reptiles.
glove icon
Your impact reaches far beyond your own garden. You’ll be creating habitat for declining wildlife, but also helping to reduce urban heat islands and manage storm water runoff.
house icon
Bring nature home. There’s no easier place to get a daily dose of nature and the physical, mental and spiritual benefits.
hand holding a plant icon
All orders support our non-profit mission to help declining wildlife and expand native plant availability nationwide.
butterfly icon
You’ll help birds, pollinators such as bees, butterflies, other insects, amphibians and small mammals, and reptiles.
globe icon
Your impact reaches far beyond your own garden. You’ll be creating habitat for declining wildlife, but also helping to reduce urban heat islands and manage storm water runoff.
house icon
Bring nature home. There’s no easier place to get a daily dose of nature and the physical, mental and spiritual benefits.
hand holding a plant icon
All orders support our non-profit mission to help declining wildlife and expand native plant availability nationwide.
butterfly icon
You’ll help birds, pollinators such as bees, butterflies, other insects, amphibians and small mammals, and reptiles.
globe icon
Your impact reaches far beyond your own garden. You’ll be creating habitat for declining wildlife, but also helping to reduce urban heat islands and manage storm water runoff.
house icon
Bring nature home. There’s no easier place to get a daily dose of nature and the physical, mental and spiritual benefits.
hand holding a plant icon
All orders support our non-profit mission to help declining wildlife and expand native plant availability nationwide.

Meet the Growers

When you buy a Garden for Wildlife™ Native Plant Collection, you're not just helping wildlife and the planet; you're also supporting the hard-working small businesses in your region who we've partnered with to grow our native plants. 

We select independent, regional growers who meet specific standards, including:

- Sustainable, chemical-free growing practices.

- Experience growing native, local ecotype plant species.

- The ability to grow and sort mass plugs/starter plants.

- The capacity to safely pack and ship plants to their new homes.

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08/03/2022
David M.
United States United States
I recommend this product

Bring on the butterfly’s!

My Swamp Milkweed arrived in excellent condition! Been in the ground only 2 weeks and already growing taller every day!!

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08/04/2022

Garden for Wildlife by National Wildlife Federation

Thank you for planting with a purpose! We are so happy to hear that your plants are thriving.

GB
08/03/2022
Gail B.
United States United States

Swamp Milkweed

I gave it 4 stars because it took quite a bit longer to arrive than I expected. The plants themselves were top quality as always.

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08/05/2022

Garden for Wildlife by National Wildlife Federation

Thank you for sharing your experience and for gardening for wildlife!

JB
08/03/2022
Jessica B.
United States United States
I recommend this product

Milkweed

Plants arrived well packed and were easy to plant. No transplant shock. They appear to be thriving!

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08/09/2022

Garden for Wildlife by National Wildlife Federation

We are happy to hear that your plants are doing well. Thank you for planting with a purpose!