narrow-leaf milkweed
Asclepias fascicularis
Description:
Larval host plant for monarch butterflies; spreads moderately by seed and underground runners; rosy white flower clusters in late spring and summer; can tolerate a variety of soils; interesting milky latex sap; winter dormant; attracts a variety of butterflies, bees, beetles.
Native to:
California
Plant Type:
Perennial
Height:
3 ft
Width:
3 ft
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
June-September
Wildlife Value:
Beneficial Insects
Butterflies
Honey Bees
Native Bees
Bumblebees
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Part Shade (best with afternoon shade)
Irrigation Needs:
Moderate (deep watering once a week)
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Cut stems to ground as leaves die in fall; prone to oleander aphids - doesn't cause issues for the plant.
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