Common milkweed ( Asclepias incarnata ) is a graceful and valuable native perennial for natural gardens. More delicate than its common cousin ( Asclepias syriaca ), it displays its umbels of deep pink flowers in summer, borne on slender, leafy stems. It flowers slightly later, extending the blooming season for the benefit of pollinators.

Sought after by monarch butterflies as a nesting site, it also supports a rich diversity of beneficial insects. Unlike common milkweed, it grows singly or in small clumps , without colonizing, making it ideal for mixed garden design.

It thrives in rich, moist environments such as riverbanks, ditches, or freshly irrigated areas. Its narrow foliage and elegant silhouette bring verticality and movement to naturalistic flowerbeds. A valuable ally for gardeners who wish to embrace life in all its transformations .