Porterweed Type 5 Note that the seed pods

Note that the seed pods are poisonous and should be kept away from children and pets

Plant in garden beds or containers

A great alternative to crape myrtle

The tree canopy is covered in white blooms in the spring

- Wildlife

Porterweed Type 5 Note that the seed podsThis tropical looking plant has an unusual flower spike that attracts pollinators to its colorful flowers. The leaves at the base are bushy and sprawl, making this a good plant to fill in a large space. Mature height 5 feet Mature width 3 feet Sunny or Shady Sunny Sun Exposure Type Type 3 5 Spring Summer appearance Colorful flowers along a spike Fall Winter appearance Drops leaves. May die back and grow from the roots in spring. Wildlife support