Habitat and Appearance: White Swamp Milkweed thrives in wetlands, along streams, and in moist meadows. It features umbels of small, fragrant, white flowers that attract a variety of pollinators, particularly Monarch butterflies. Ecological Importance: This plant is a crucial host for the monarch butterfly, providing not only nectar for adults but also serving as a larval host plant. Its presence in wetlands helps in maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem health. Botanical Characteristics: Asclepias incarnata can grow up to 4 feet tall with opposite, lance-shaped leaves. Its milky sap contains cardiac glycosides, which make it toxic to many herbivores but also protect monarch caterpillars from predators. Conservation Status: While not globally threatened, habitat destruction and wetland drainage can impact local populations. Planting White Swamp Milkweed can support conservation efforts for both the plant and its associated wildlife. Quality - All seeds packaged by Seed Needs are intended for the current and the following growing seasons. All seeds are stored in a temperature controlled facility that is free of significant amounts of moisture. Quantity - Seed Needs offers generous quantities. You can share with friends and family, or you can save the extra seeds until the following season, if properly stored. Packets - Each seed packet displays an artful illustration of the variety to be grown, as well as detailed seed sowing information on the reverse side. They measure 3.25" wide by 4.50" tall. Promise - Seed Needs will never knowingly supply GMO based seed products. The vast majority of our seeds are open pollinated & heirloom, with the exception of a few hybrids. Germination - Seed Needs packets contain some of the freshest seed available. Direct from the growers. If sown correctly, you will begin seeing results in only a matter of days. Freshness - All seeds are packaged in tear resistant and moisture resistant packaging. This keeps the seeds a whole lot fresher than the competitions selection! Grow a garden filled with White Swamp Milkweed, from freshly harvested Asclepias incarnata flower seeds. Swamp Milkweed will produce clusters of beautiful white flowers. The plants themselves grow to a mature height of about 36 to 60 inches tall. White Swamp Milkweed is known for attracting an array of beneficial insects such as bumblebees, lady bugs, hummingbirds and most importantly the endangered Monarch butterfly. Asclepias incarnata is grown as a perennial flowering plant that returns each year from its deeply established root system.