How to Grow and Care for Poke milkweed

Poke milkweed thrives in moist, well-drained soils and partial to full shade. It's critical to ensure consistent soil moisture without waterlogging. As a native woodland perennial, poke milkweed adapts well to naturalized settings and requires minimal care once established, making it generally easy to maintain. Monitor for aphids, a common pest for this species, and manage as needed.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

Toxic to Human & Pets

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Planting and Growing Poke milkweed

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Hardiness Zones	3-9
Toxicity	Toxic to Human & Pets

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Poke milkweed is an herbaceous perennial displaying a tall, upright habit that typically reaches 3 to 6 feet (90 to 180 cm) in height. The leaves are large, broadly lanceolate, and opposite, with a characteristic resemblance to those of American Pokeweed, contributing to its common name. Inflorescences consist of drooping clusters of intricate, creamy-white to pale lavender flowers, distinguished by their reflexed petals and prominent, curving hoods. Its bloom period occurs in the warmer months, attracting a variety of pollinators including butterflies.