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Asclepias speciosa is a milky-sapped perennial plant in the dogbane family, known commonly as the showy milkweed and is found in the western half of North America.
It is hardy in USDA zones 3-9, meaning it can withstand a wide range of temperatures.
Sunlight: Thrives in full sun.
Soil: Tolerant of poor soils, but prefers well-drained soil.
Moisture: Can tolerate dry conditions, but also does well in medium to moist soils.
Showy milkweed is a valuable plant for pollinators, attracting butterflies, hummingbirds, and other beneficial insects.
Flowers: Has pinkish-purple flowers with longer, tapered petals.
Leaves: Has lance-shaped leaves.
Height: Can reach heights up to 1-1.5 meters (3-5 feet).
Deer Resistant: Showy milkweed is deer-resistant.
Low Maintenance: It is a low-maintenance plant, making it a good choice for gardens.
Spreading: It can spread through underground rhizomes, so it's best to plant it in an area where it can naturalize.
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