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Growing Asclepias (Milkweed)

Pronunciation: uh-sklee'pee-us

Plant in well-drained soil (sandy soil is ideal). Drought tolerant. Among the last perennials to emerge from dormancy in spring—mark their location to avoid accidentally planting over them.

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