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Scientific
Name:
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Asclepias curassavica 'Wildfire'
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Common Name:
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Wildfire Milkweed
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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deciduous
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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3'-4' x 2'-3'
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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brilliant red and
yellow blooms summer through fall
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Zone
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zones 8-12
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Description,
Notes
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[WE ARE CURRENTLY
NOT GROWING THIS PLANT. FOR INFORMATION ONLY] stunning
dark brown/red foliage sets this milkweed apart and compliments
the bright red and yellow blooms; Central and South American
native; attracts Monarch butterflies; tolerates poor soils
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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