Sonchus oleraceus Related Words milk thistle sow thistle Want to thank TFD for its existence?Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, or visitthe webmaster's page for free fun content. Link to this page: Facebook Twitter
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Leave the seed pods for birds to enjoy. Dividing: If your milkweed clumps become too large, you can divide them in spring or fall. Gently dig up the root ball and separate it into smaller sections. Pests and Diseases: Milkweeds are generally pest-resistant. However, watch out for aphids ...
At one time, the silk from this plant's seed pods was spun for fabric or used for stuffing pillows; in World War II, school children gathered the silk to provide a cheap filling for soldiers' life jackets. Commercial attempts to make use of Asclepias speciosa included the manufacture of ...