Common Milkweed is a rough, weedy perennial that typically grows 3 to 4 feet tall on stout, upright stems. The plant’s most noticeable features are its spherical umbels of fragrant, pink to purple flowers that bloom from June to August. It is drought tolerant, growing in full sun and in a variety of moist soils, including sandy, rocky, clayey, or well-drained loamy soils. Note that the milky sap from this milkweed is poisonous if ingested in large quantities.
These Audubon locations near you offer native plant services
In some parts of the country you may not have a "local" Audubon that is able to provide help with native plants for birds, but we will still show you the closest Audubon that can help.
PO Box 234, Camp Hill, PA 17001
appalachian@appalachianaudubon.org Visit siteLocal and regional native plant societies, databases, and other resources may have expertise on exactly what plants are best for your particular area and climate.
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(717) 676-1045
Find local nurseries and garden centers near you. It's a good idea to call ahead to verify native plant availability and learn what services they offer.
678 South Chiques Road, Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 399-0195
PO Box 13152, Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 256-3953
6825 Glatfelter Station Road, Seven Valleys, PA 17360
(717) 487-5506
906 W Grantham Road, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 766-7611
12506 Susquehanna Trail South, New Freedom, PA 17349
(717) 227-0924
3815 Roser Road, Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 227-0486
675 Hill Road, Robesonia, PA 19551
(610) 750-4186
571 Mountain Road, Boiling Springs, PA 17007
(717) 960-6740
6126 Street Road, Kirkwood, PA 17536
(717) 529-3160
698 Shermans Valley Road, New Bloomfield, PA 17068
(717) 275-5725
124 Wedgewood Road, Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 255-0100
1362 Mountain Road, Newburg, PA 17240
(717) 423-6652
Shop trusted online vendors for your home or wholesale project. Many offer shipping across regions, so check availability and delivery timelines before ordering.
124 Wedgewood Road, Oxford, PA 19363
(610) 255-0100
Eaton Street, Leesport, PA 19533
(866) 873-3888
53 Tree Lane, Clarion, PA 16214
2191 Hillcrest Road, Quakertown, PA 18951
(855) 752-6862
8884 Mercer Pike, Meadville, PA 16335
(800) 873-3321
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Doing a little prep and research before you go to the nursery will save headaches and ensure you build the best habitat possible.
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