Red Milkweed <br> (Asclepias rubra)

Host Plant: Monarch Butterfly (Danaus plexippus) and Queen Butterfly (Danaus gilippus) Nectar Plant: many insects including other butterflies, bees, and wasps. Food Source: Birds and mammals Flower Color: pink, purple, red, to lavender Growth Habit: herbaceous plant growing from 1 to 3 feet tall Range in North America: Eastern and southeastern United States Exposure: Prefers full sun or partial shade Hardiness: Zones 6-9 Flowering Time: May to August Soil Requirements: Wet soil with a lot of organic matter Affiliate Disclosure: When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.