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Cinderella Milkweed - 1 Gallon
SKU:
2019420
UPC:
014949440698
$13.99
- Soft lavender-pink, vanilla-scented flower clusters for mid-to-late summer color
- Refined foliage and a tidier, upright habit compared to many milkweeds
- Thrives in consistently moist soils and tolerates boggy, swampy conditions
- Fast-growing pollinator plant for sunny borders and containers (3–4 ft. tall)
Cinderella Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata ‘Cinderella’) is a must-have for sunny, pollinator-friendly gardens, prized for its soft lavender-pink blooms and delightfully vanilla-scented flower clusters that rise among long, lush foliage from mid to late summer. With refined leaves and a notably tidy, upright habit, this herbaceous perennial brings a more polished look to meadow-style and habitat plantings while still delivering bold seasonal impact. Unlike many drought-loving milkweeds, Cinderella thrives in consistently moist soils and even tolerates swampy, boggy areas—making it an ideal choice for rain gardens, low spots, and pondside borders. Plant it in full sun, keep soil moist (never soggy), and enjoy weeks of fragrant, showy flowers that elevate borders and container displays alike.
Plant Overview
Cinderella Milkweed is a refined, upright selection of swamp milkweed valued for its tidy habit, fragrant blooms, and ability to handle consistently moist sites.
- Botanical name: Asclepias incarnata ‘Cinderella’
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Growth habit: Upright, clump-forming
Blooms & Fragrance
Large flower clusters are softly colored in lavender-pink tones and carry a pleasant vanilla-like fragrance, adding sensory appeal to sunny garden spaces.
- Flower color: Pink
- Fragrance: Vanilla-scented clusters
- Flower attributes: Fragrant, showy, and great for cutting
Bloom Time
Enjoy peak-season flowering when many gardens crave fresh color—this milkweed shines from mid to late summer.
- Bloom time: Mid to late summer
Size & Growth Rate
A fast-growing perennial that creates an upright, architectural presence without overpowering nearby plants.
- Mature height: 3 to 4 ft.
- Mature width: 1 to 3 ft.
- Growth rate: Fast
Light Requirements
Full sun is best for strong stems, abundant flowers, and the cleanest overall habit.
- Light: Full sun
Watering Guidance
This is a moisture-loving milkweed. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during establishment and bloom.
- Water: Keep soil moist, but not soggy
- First growing season: Water deeply and regularly to establish roots
- Best performance: Consistent moisture through summer
Soil & Wet-Site Performance
Cinderella is an excellent choice for low, damp areas and rain-garden style plantings thanks to its tolerance of very wet conditions.
- Soil: Average soils with consistent moisture
- Wet tolerance: Handles boggy conditions and even standing water
- Avoid: Prolonged soggy conditions without oxygen (aim for moist, not stagnant)
Maintenance & Seasonal Cleanup
Simple, seasonal maintenance keeps clumps vigorous and looking their best year after year.
- Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge
- Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring
- Enjoy the tidy habit with minimal ongoing fuss
Special Features
Designed for gardeners who want strong performance and pollinator value without high maintenance.
- Easy care
- Attracts pollinators
- Fast growing
Resistance & Problem Solving
Helpful resistance traits make this an easier perennial to place in mixed plantings and wildlife gardens.
- Rabbit resistant
- Problem solver: Very wet areas
Landscape Uses
A versatile perennial for sunny beds—use it to elevate borders with vertical form and fragrant bloom, or feature it in containers near outdoor living spaces.
- Landscape use: Border
- Landscape use: Container
- Great placements: Rain gardens, low spots, pond edges, sunny mixed borders
Companion Plants
Pair with moisture-tolerant perennials and summer bloomers to build a layered, pollinator-friendly planting.
- Bee Balm (Monarda)
- Daylily (Hemerocallis)
- Sedge (Carex)
- Turtlehead (Chelone)
- Japanese Iris (Iris ensata)
Botanical Details
Quick-reference details for plant tags, search filters, and customer FAQs.
- Pronunciation: as-KLE-pee-us in-kar-NAH-tuh
- Growing zones: 4–9
Plant Lore
The milkweed genus name Asclepias traces to Asklepios, the Greek god of medicine—reflecting milkweed’s long history of traditional use in herbal practices.
- Soft lavender-pink, vanilla-scented flower clusters for mid-to-late summer color
- Refined foliage and a tidier, upright habit compared to many milkweeds
- Thrives in consistently moist soils and tolerates boggy, swampy conditions
- Fast-growing pollinator plant for sunny borders and containers (3–4 ft. tall)
Cinderella Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata ‘Cinderella’) is a must-have for sunny, pollinator-friendly gardens, prized for its soft lavender-pink blooms and delightfully vanilla-scented flower clusters that rise among long, lush foliage from mid to late summer. With refined leaves and a notably tidy, upright habit, this herbaceous perennial brings a more polished look to meadow-style and habitat plantings while still delivering bold seasonal impact. Unlike many drought-loving milkweeds, Cinderella thrives in consistently moist soils and even tolerates swampy, boggy areas—making it an ideal choice for rain gardens, low spots, and pondside borders. Plant it in full sun, keep soil moist (never soggy), and enjoy weeks of fragrant, showy flowers that elevate borders and container displays alike.
Plant Overview
Cinderella Milkweed is a refined, upright selection of swamp milkweed valued for its tidy habit, fragrant blooms, and ability to handle consistently moist sites.
- Botanical name: Asclepias incarnata ‘Cinderella’
- Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
- Growth habit: Upright, clump-forming
Blooms & Fragrance
Large flower clusters are softly colored in lavender-pink tones and carry a pleasant vanilla-like fragrance, adding sensory appeal to sunny garden spaces.
- Flower color: Pink
- Fragrance: Vanilla-scented clusters
- Flower attributes: Fragrant, showy, and great for cutting
Bloom Time
Enjoy peak-season flowering when many gardens crave fresh color—this milkweed shines from mid to late summer.
- Bloom time: Mid to late summer
Size & Growth Rate
A fast-growing perennial that creates an upright, architectural presence without overpowering nearby plants.
- Mature height: 3 to 4 ft.
- Mature width: 1 to 3 ft.
- Growth rate: Fast
Light Requirements
Full sun is best for strong stems, abundant flowers, and the cleanest overall habit.
- Light: Full sun
Watering Guidance
This is a moisture-loving milkweed. Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during establishment and bloom.
- Water: Keep soil moist, but not soggy
- First growing season: Water deeply and regularly to establish roots
- Best performance: Consistent moisture through summer
Soil & Wet-Site Performance
Cinderella is an excellent choice for low, damp areas and rain-garden style plantings thanks to its tolerance of very wet conditions.
- Soil: Average soils with consistent moisture
- Wet tolerance: Handles boggy conditions and even standing water
- Avoid: Prolonged soggy conditions without oxygen (aim for moist, not stagnant)
Maintenance & Seasonal Cleanup
Simple, seasonal maintenance keeps clumps vigorous and looking their best year after year.
- Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge
- Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring
- Enjoy the tidy habit with minimal ongoing fuss
Special Features
Designed for gardeners who want strong performance and pollinator value without high maintenance.
- Easy care
- Attracts pollinators
- Fast growing
Resistance & Problem Solving
Helpful resistance traits make this an easier perennial to place in mixed plantings and wildlife gardens.
- Rabbit resistant
- Problem solver: Very wet areas
Landscape Uses
A versatile perennial for sunny beds—use it to elevate borders with vertical form and fragrant bloom, or feature it in containers near outdoor living spaces.
- Landscape use: Border
- Landscape use: Container
- Great placements: Rain gardens, low spots, pond edges, sunny mixed borders
Companion Plants
Pair with moisture-tolerant perennials and summer bloomers to build a layered, pollinator-friendly planting.
- Bee Balm (Monarda)
- Daylily (Hemerocallis)
- Sedge (Carex)
- Turtlehead (Chelone)
- Japanese Iris (Iris ensata)
Botanical Details
Quick-reference details for plant tags, search filters, and customer FAQs.
- Pronunciation: as-KLE-pee-us in-kar-NAH-tuh
- Growing zones: 4–9
Plant Lore
The milkweed genus name Asclepias traces to Asklepios, the Greek god of medicine—reflecting milkweed’s long history of traditional use in herbal practices.
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