Ice Ballet Butterfly Weed
Asclepias incarnata 'Ice Ballet'
A pollinator favorite with a fresh twist, Ice Ballet Butterfly Weed brings elegant beauty and ecological value to sunny gardens. This native perennial produces clusters of fragrant, pure white flowers atop upright, green stems from mid to late summer—offering a striking contrast to the more common orange varieties of butterfly weed.
Loved by monarch butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects, Ice Ballet is a host plant for monarch caterpillars and a key addition to pollinator-friendly landscapes. Its tidy, clumping habit and extended bloom time make it ideal for perennial borders, meadow plantings, rain gardens, and naturalized areas.
Thriving in full sun and moist, well-drained soils, this milkweed species is adaptable and low maintenance once established. It’s also deer-resistant and drought-tolerant, making it a versatile and reliable performer.
Bring a graceful, nectar-rich presence to your garden with Ice Ballet Butterfly Weed—where beauty meets biodiversity.
Ice Ballet Butterfly Weed Asclepias (11 cm Pot)
Plant Details & Features:
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Plant Type: Hardy native perennial
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Flower Color: Pure white
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Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
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Height & Spread: 2–3 feet tall, 1.5–2 feet wide
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Needs: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates clay and wet conditions
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Water Needs: Moderate; can handle seasonal wetness
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Maintenance: Low; cut back in late fall or early spring
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Wildlife Friendly: Attracts monarchs, bees, butterflies; host plant for monarch caterpillars; deer-resistant
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Special Features: Native plant, long bloom season, pollinator magnet, excellent for meadows, borders, and rain gardens
