The soulmate butterfly flower, also known as soulmate swamp milkweed, is popular for its sweet vanilla smell that draws butterflies and hummingbirds. But that’s not the only thing that makes the asclepias soulmate special. This plant is also versatile, it is suitable for moist soil, such as next to a lake, but also tolerant of dry conditions. This sun perennial is excellent for everything from large landscape projects to naturalizing to cut-flower arrangements. Asclepias incarnata ‘Soulmate’
Botanical Name:Asclepias incarnata ‘Soulmate’
Form:Perennial
Sun Exposure:Full Sun
Height/Habit:24 – 48 inches
Spread:18 – 24 inches
Spacing:18 – 24 inches
Hardiness Zone:4-9
Flowering Date:Mid to late Summer and Early Fall.
Planting Instructions:Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots without bending them. Work soil around the roots, firm well and water thoroughly. Plant between 30-36” apart as plants eventually from clusters 3′ across.
Winter Care:Mulch is advisable for the coldest zones.
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Growth Rate:Moderate
Shipping Season:Spring
Flower Color:Pink
Flower Form:Clustered umbel-like cymes approximately 2″ across. Vanilla scented.
Foliage Type:Narrow elliptic to ovate leaves in medium green approximately 3-6″ long.
Soil Requirement:Prefers well drained soil.
Watering Requirement:Very tolerant of poor dry conditions and drought, but will also tolerate moist conditions.
Additional Information:Slow to emerge in the spring, so mark their location well.
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