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Giant Milkweed

Calotropis procera

Photo by joanbstanley
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Field Notes

Description:

Perennial: USDA hardiness zones 9a-11 (lows -6.7 °C or 20 °F)
Annual in colder zones
Full sun to part shade
Height: up to 15 feet
Spacing: at least 6 feet, 15′ for perennials
Flowers: maroon, purple, white
Velvety silvery-gray leaves
Blooms all season

Habitat:

Growing along the side of the road near the ocean.

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PublishedDecember 10, 2015

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