Asclepias 'Cinderella' Milkweed
Asclepias 'Cinderella' Milkweed is a cold-hardy, native herbaceous perennial that thrives in USDA Zones 3-9. Growing up to 5 feet tall with a 2-foot spread, it produces tight clusters of nectar-rich, pink to mauve flowers throughout the summer, emitting a sweet vanilla scent that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Its lush leaves are essential food for monarch caterpillars. This moisture-loving plant prefers full sun and medium to wet soils but establishes well in average garden conditions. The blooms are long-lasting for fresh or dried arrangements, and the elegant seedpods are useful for seasonal displays. It is deer resistant and an environmentally friendly choice for borders or containers.
$18.95
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Category Rank
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Genus
Asclepias
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Who it's for
- Essential Monarch Host Plant
- Striking Garden Presence
- Adaptable and Low-Maintenance
Who should skip it
- Vigorous Self-Seeder
- Aphid Magnet
- Late Spring Emergence
Key Specs
Genus
Asclepias
Species
incarnata
Hardiness Zones
3 - 9
Mature Height
5 Feet
Mature Width
2 Feet
Bloom Time
Early Summer to Mid Fall
Item Form
Bareroot
Features
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds with nectar-rich flowers
- Essential food source for monarch butterfly caterpillars
- Blooms freely all summer long
- Flowers have a sweet vanilla fragrance
- Deer resistant
- Native American plant, adapted to local climates
- Blooms in the first year
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the excellent reliability of the 'Cinderella' Milkweed once established, noting its vigorous growth and beautiful, abundant blooms that successfully attract Monarchs. However, a recurring point of concern centers on the initial quality of the plants received. Many reviewers mention the small size or fragile condition upon arrival, requiring careful nurturing to ensure survival. Those who successfully establish the plants feel the long term value is exceptional, praising the plant's hardiness and its essential role in supporting pollinators, making the initial effort worthwhile.
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