Minus icon Plant Type Perennials
Minus icon Height Tall 36-42"
Minus icon Spacing Plant 18-24" apart
Minus icon Bloom Time Mid-Summer to Late Summer
Minus icon Sun / Shade Full Sun
Minus icon Growing Zones 3-9
Minus icon Soil Type Normal, Sandy, Clay, Acidic
Minus icon Water Needs High
Minus icon Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")
Asclepias incarnata 'Soulmate'
Asclepias incarnata is a native North American perennial commonly found in swamps, river bottomlands and wet meadows. Its foliage serves as a crucial host for Monarch butterflies, providing food for their caterpillars, while its nectar is a food source for hummingbirds, butterflies and many other pollinators. The plant also attracts various native bees and honeybees, making it an excellent addition to any pollinator garden. Stems exude a milky sap when cut. Whether massing plants in large drifts or as a single accent, Asclepias is one of our showiest native wildflowers.
Plant in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-draining soil. It tolerates average or clay garden soil and naturally thrives in wet areas. Can be slow to establish but is long-lived once it takes hold. Late to emerge in the spring. Cut back stems to about 6 inches above ground in late fall or early spring before new growth appears. Avoid disturbing the roots once established, as plants develop deep taproots. Though generally pest-resistant, watch for aphids and treat with a strong water spray if needed. The plant's milky sap makes it naturally deer resistant. Remove spent flowers to encourage rebloom and prevent self sowing (if desired). Allow some spent flowers from 2nd bloom to remain on plant to form ornamental fruit for late season interest.
Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!
We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!
We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.
