Description

Erect, clump-forming. Upturned, purplish-pink flowers and green, lance-shaped leaves. Elongated seed pods split open to release silky-haired seeds. Stems exude a toxic milky sap when cut. Despite the common name, easily grows in average soil moisture, as well as medium to wet soils. Special value to native bees, supports beneficial insects, and larval host plant for Monarch butterflies. Height: 4-5 ft. Spread: 2-3 ft. Family: Apocynaceae Bloom time: July to August Sun: full sun Water: medium to wet Deer resistant