A suburban Chicago ecosystem
Poke Milkweed (Asclepias exaltata)
Species Spotlight
Poke Milkweed: In the backyard gardens
Dates Photographed by Month
6/22/23
6/26/22
7/16/23
7/25/23
Photographed With These Species
Butterflies and Moths
Milkweed Tussock Moth [View Associated Images]Shoot and Bloom Dates
| Year | First Shoot Date | First Bloom Date | Last Bloom Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4/24 | 6/20 | 7/9 |
Plant Info
Bloom Color: ■Light: Shade to Part Shade
Moisture: Somewhat Dry to Somewhat Wet
Height: 4'
Spacing: 2'
Poke Milkweed Image Gallery
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Milkweed Tussock Moth Caterpillars
Feeding on Poke Milkweed
Location: Backyard and Home
Shot Date: July 16, 2023, 3:25 p.m. -
Milkweed Tussock Moth Caterpillars
Feeding on Poke Milkweed
Location: Backyard and Home
Shot Date: July 25, 2023, 10:28 a.m. -
Poke Milkweed
Blooming in the backyard gardens
Location: Backyard and Home
Shot Date: June 22, 2023, 4:17 p.m. -
Poke Milkweed
Blooming in the backyard gardens
Location: Backyard and Home
Shot Date: June 22, 2023, 4:17 p.m. -
Poke Milkweed
In the backyard gardens
Location: Backyard and Home
Shot Date: June 26, 2022, 3:15 p.m.