Growing Asclepias incarnata in containers or raised beds offers a flexible solution for gardeners with limited space or those wanting to control soil quality. Here’s a guide to successfully cultivating Swamp Milkweed in such settings.
Milkweeds (Asclepias)
Milkweeds are absolutely required by Monarch, Queen and Soldier Butterflies!
Asclepias physocarpa: The Whimsical Balloon Plant Beneficial to Monarchs and More
Asclepias physocarpa, commonly known as the Balloon Plant or Hairy Balls Milkweed, is originally native to southeast Africa. However, due to its unique appearance and benefits to wildlife, it has been introduced to various parts of the world, including North America.
Florida Milkvine (Matelea floridana): A Jewel in the Butterfly Garden
Embracing the Florida Milkvine and other native plants is a step towards a more sustainable, biodiverse, and beautiful Florida.
Balancing Top-Down Thinking with Grassroots Efforts: The Milkweed Paradigm
On one hand, we have the top-down approach, where larger institutions and governmental bodies wield vast resources and regulatory powers. On the other, there are grassroots efforts, where individuals and communities make direct interventions.
Cleaning Milkweed Pods with Ozone
Johnny Butterflyseed has pioneered the use of ozone to sterilize milkweed seed pods, which can offer several advantages.
Cleaning Milkweed Pods with Hydrogen Peroxide
Cleaning harvested milkweed seed pods with a solution like 3% hydrogen peroxide can offer several benefits, particularly if the seeds are intended for propagation or distribution.
Milkweed Mass Plantings: A Monarch Festival Movement to Revitalize Habitats
Milkweed Mass Plantings are community-driven events where large tracts of land are designated for planting milkweed en masse.
Starting Milkweed from Seed: An Essential Step Towards Biodiversity Conservation
This article delves into the significance of milkweed, the challenges with purchasing grown plants, and a guide to starting milkweed from seed.