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Milkweed, Antelope Horns

Milkweed, Antelope Horns

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Asclepias speciosa

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The Antelope Horns Milkweed is a fascinating native perennial, showcasing distinctive greenish-yellow flowers with curved horn-like seed pods. Its gray-green foliage creates a lovely contrast to the blooms. This low-maintenance plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in sunny locations. Attracting pollinators like monarch butterflies, this milkweed variety is perfect for creating a wildlife-friendly garden.

    • 6-12 Hours of Sun
    • Sprouts in 14-21 Days
    • Ideal Temperature: 65-70 degrees F
    • Seed Depth: 1/4-1/2"
    • Plant Spacing: 12-24 inches
    • Plant Height: 5 feet
    • Frost Hardy: Yes

Planting Tips: Cold straify. Can be started indoors 6-8 weeks ahead of last frost, or direct sown outdoors.

Growing Tips: Thrives in full sun and summer heat. Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming period.

Caution: The milky sap is poisonous if ingested in large quantities; contact with the skin may cause dermatitis in sensitive individuals.

Minimum Seeds per Packet: 15

General Care Information

Lifecycle: Perennial

Frost Hardy: Yes

Bloom Color(s):

Light: Full Sun (6+ hours)

Water Needs: Moderate (~1 inch per week)

Fertilizer:

  • Average Fertilizer Needs

Other Info:

Planting Tips

Ideal Germination Temp: 65-70 degrees F

Seed Planting Depth: 1/4-1/2"

Days to Sprouting: 14-21 Days

Plant Spacing: 12-24 inches

Plant Height: 5 feet

Other Info: Cold stratify seeds for 30 days. Can be started indoors 6-8 weeks ahead of last frost, or direct sown outdoors.

Growing & Harvesting Tips

  • Vigorous, long vines can reach 10-15 feet and need support.
  • Harvest frequently to keep plants productive.
  • Mulch soil to retain moisture & keep roots cool
  • When vines reach the top of the support, pinch the vines to force plants into heavier bean pod production
  • Harvest in the morning when sugar content is highest, if eating fresh

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