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gracie01 zone5 SW of Chicago
5 years ago
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Comments (1)Hi Ravenclaw, first of all that isn’t syriaca, it’s tuberosa. Second you really shouldn’t put it in a pot, they like the ground much better. It also helps with hardiness, not that that’s really an issue. Last, it’s fall; it’s not dying, it’s just going dormant. Cut it off at ground level after it goes completely brown and I will come back up in the spring. Don’t give up on it if it doesn’t come up early. I had some that didn’t come up until mid June this year....See MoreHAVE! MILKWEED common
Comments (3)I have a handful of Asclepias tuberosa (I believe). SASE? how does this work I’m new to the seed trading thing...See MoreVariegated common milkweed?
Comments (20)Variegated Tropical Milkweed - Asclepias curassavica "Charlotte's Blush" is patented & sold by Shady Oaks Butterfly Farm. I just ordered 2 to try. https://shadyoakbutterflyfarm.com/products/variegated-tropical-milkweed-asclepias-curassavica-charlottes-blush-butterfly-host-and-nectar-plant?_pos=1&_sid=368dff7fd&_ss=r MikeTheBeeGuy@yahoo.com...See MoreWhen to cut back Common Milkweed in NJ zone 6
Comments (2)> concerned about providing for caterpillars and pollinators ___ In which case the "when" in any given year is when it becomes too cold for them....See Moregracie01 zone5 SW of Chicago
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