Asclepias oenotheroides (Zizotes Milkweed) Size:1 gal It develops a deep taproot

It develops a deep taproot and needs well-draining soils such as sandy or clay loams (it does not tolerate salinity

bees Evergreen Yes Deer resistant Yes Notes Needs very well-draining soil

The plant is very brittle and breaks easily

Checkerspot and Painted Lady butterflies

This low growing yucca makes an excellent ground cover

Asclepias oenotheroides (Zizotes Milkweed) Size:1 gal It develops a deep taprootAlso known as Side cluster Milkweed, Longhorn Milkweed, Primrose Milkweed, Lindheimer's Milkweed. Zizotes Milkweed is a native perennial that blooms on and off spring through summer. It is a must have in any pollinator garden that is sunny, open and dry. Zizotes Milkweed is a host plant for Monarch butterflies. It also is a good nectar source. Prefers sandy or gravelly, dry soil. It requires little water once established and needs full sun. AT A