How to Grow and Care for Narrowleaf milkweed

Narrowleaf milkweed, also known as Mexican whorled milkweed, Narrow-leaved milkweed, California milkweed

Narrowleaf milkweed is a hardy perennial that thrives with minimal maintenance, preferring well-drained soil and full sun exposure. Special care points include avoiding overwatering, as narrowleaf milkweed is drought tolerant and susceptible to root rot in wet conditions. Furthermore, being a host plant for monarch butterflies, avoiding pesticides and facilitating a safe habitat for larvae are critical considerations. Narrowleaf milkweed's resilience to environmental conditions makes its care relatively easy.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

Toxic to Human & Pets

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Planting and Growing Narrowleaf milkweed

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	6-10
Toxicity	Toxic to Human & Pets

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Narrowleaf milkweed is a perennial that stands 2 to 3 feet tall (60 to 91 cm) with a similar width, characterized by its narrow, mid-green leaves that are around 5 inches (13 cm) in length, arranged in clusters known as fascicles. It blooms with rose-pink flowers grouped in 2-inch-wide (5 cm) clusters during summer. After flowering, it enters a dormant phase, re-emerging in mid-spring. Physically, it's built to survive dry conditions and can adapt to various soil types.