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The monarch's primary host across the Midwest — spreads by rhizomes to build the milkweed acreage the migration needs.
SIZECommon Milkweed, a resilient perennial herb, emerges from a deep rhizome, showcasing its tenacity and longevity in various habitats. Characterized by clusters of purple or pink flowers, this plant serves as a favorite of Monarch butterflies, drawing these majestic pollinators to your garden year after year.
Supports more monarch reproduction than any other milkweed.
Forms colonies that build meaningful habitat acreage.
Pink-purple flower clusters with strong scent.
Feeds bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects.
Tolerates a wide range of soils and disturbance.
A cornerstone species in monarch recovery efforts.
Colony-forming habit is a feature in habitat, less so in gardens.
