This product does not ship to: AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA

Ice Ballet Swamp Milkweed

American Beauties Native Plants

$45.99
(2 reviews) Write a Review
Availability : Out of Stock
$45.99
This product does not ship to: AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA
  • Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 3 - 4 Feet
  • Mature Spread 3 - 4 Feet
  • Growing Zones 3 - 9

Swamp Milkweed is not the most appealing name, but the Ice Ballet Swamp Milkweed is a darling perennial that features outstanding blooms and can thrive in challenging conditions. Pure white lantern-shaped flowers grow in clusters, with each individual bloom resembling a tiny ballerina. Flowers bloom from early to mid-summer. The Asclepias incarnata has dark green, lance-shaped foliage.

The fragrant flowers grow on tall stems and attract pollinators, like butterflies. This cultivar is a well-loved host for Monarch butterflies. The Ice Ballet Swamp Milkweed is a tall plant and can reach 3 to 4 feet high, so plant near the back of beds or borders. Trim the blooms to use in cut arrangements. This plant thrives in damp conditions, so it is an excellent choice for naturally wet areas like swaps or near streams and ponds. This hardy plant is a perennial in USDA zones 3 through 9.

Ice Ballet Swamp Milkweed Care

This upright plant needs at least 6 hours of sunlight. Soil should be rich, neutral to slightly acidic, moist, but well-drained and not soggy. Water when the top couple of inches of soil begins to dry out. A layer of organic compost around the base of the plant will support healthy growth. Fertilization is unnecessary.

Trim away faded flowers for a clean look. The tall stems can be cut back to 6 inches in height in the fall.

Ice Ballet Swamp Milkweed Spacing

Ice Ballet Swamp Milkweed will reach 3 to 4 feet tall and spread out 1 to 2 feet wide. When creating a complete and dense planting, Milkweed can be spaced 1 to 2 feet apart.

Ice Ballet Swamp Milkweed Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9
Plant Type: Perennials
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet
Mature Spread: 1 - 2 Feet
Spacing: 1 - 2 Feet
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): White
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer
Tolerates: Drought
Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Native to North America
Brand: American Beauties Native Plants
Common Name: Ice Ballet Swamp Milkweed
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: ASCLEPIAS INCARNATA `ICE BALLET`
SKU:
1231005598-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


For more detailed information, please click here.

Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

2 Reviews - Ice Ballet Swamp Milkweed Show Reviews

  • 5
    ICE BALLET SWAMP MILKWEED

    Posted by Arthur on May 29, 2023

    I love these plants but its been a few years and no Monarchs yet. I do get tons of honey bees, every kind of interesting wasp and hornet, and lots of other kinds of bees. Even a big praying mantis. Also it spreads from its root system and my original 3 plants is now around 300. A few pop up in my lawn once in a while and I just pull them out or mow them.

  • 5
    Will order more soon

    Posted by Julie Cullen on Jul 19, 2022

    Thank you for the excellent customer service. I'll be back again for ordering more great plant.