Botanical Name
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Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Scarlet'
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Description
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Easily grown drought tolerant perennial. Upright grower with clusters of beautiful scarlet red blooms at the end of hairy stems with lance-shaped leaves. Attracts butterflies.
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Exposure
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Full Sun
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Height x Width
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"2-3' H x 18-24"" W"
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Water
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Little water needed once established
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Zones
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Zones 7-10
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Fertilization
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Fertilize in early spring before new growth begins.
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Pruning
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Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming. Little pruning is generally needed.
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