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Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)
Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)
Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)
Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)
Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)

Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)

$150.00
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    Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) is a standout native perennial with vivid orange blooms—one of the few North American natives to boast such a fiery hue. This plant tray provides an easy way to establish a vibrant, pollinator-friendly garden with multiple healthy seedlings ready for planting.

    With deep green foliage, an upright yet compact form, and intriguing seed pods, Butterfly Milkweed offers beauty throughout the growing season. As a host plant for Monarch Butterflies, its leaves provide essential food for Monarch caterpillars, making it a crucial addition to any habitat garden. While slow to emerge in spring, this species is long-lived, drought-tolerant, and thrives in dry, well-drained soils. It won’t persist in consistently wet areas, but in the right conditions, it rewards gardeners with low-maintenance, season-long appeal.

    Why Choose a Tray of Butterfly Weed?

    • Jumpstart your garden with multiple plants for better coverage and faster establishment.
    • Supports monarchs & other pollinators with a high-quality, pesticide-free native species.
    • Easy to plant—simply space them out and watch them thrive in full sun.

    Plant Butterfly Weed in sunny, dry locations, and enjoy a low-maintenance, high-impact native that butterflies will love!

    Area:
    Plants: 32
    Min Height: 12 in
    Max Height: 24 in
    Soil Moisture: Dry and Medium
    Soil Types: Sand, Loam, and Gravel
    Sun Exposure: Partial Sun (3-6 hrs/day) and Full Sun (6+ hrs/day)
    Ecological Benefits: Pollinators, Butterflies, Butterfly Host, Drought Tolerant, Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Monarch Host, and Birds