How to tend a Asclepias incarnata

Also known as: Acerates incarnata (L.) Decne., Asclepias amoena Brongn., Asclepias maritima Raf. ex Decne., Asclepias incarnata var. longifolia A.Gray, Asclepias incarnata var. incarnata , Asclepias incarnata f. incarnata

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, resistant to half shade

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
North America
Category
Asclepiadaceae, Asclepias
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period May-July
Flower colors
pink, purple red, white
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