Short Green Milkweed

About Short Green Milkweed

Short Green Milkweed, also known as Green Comet Milkweed, is a subtle yet fascinating native perennial perfect for those who appreciate the unique details of botanical life. Typically reaching 1 to 2 feet in height (occasionally up to 3 feet), it features thick, wavy-edged leaves and unusual, nodding clusters of pale green flowers that blend into the foliage. These intricate blooms appear from June to August and are a specialized nectar source for various native bees and wasps. Native to dry prairies and rocky glades, it is well-adapted to harsh conditions, preferring full sun to moderate shade and well-drained, even poor soils. Its deep taproot provides excellent drought resistance but makes the plant difficult to move once established. Like all members of its genus, it supports the Monarch butterfly lifecycle as a larval host. To cultivate this species, sow seeds in the fall or provide a period of cold-moist stratification.