Butterfly Milkweed Seeds / Asclepias tuberosa

Description

MILKWEED FOR MONARCHS

Butterfly Milkweed is a key species in the life cycle of monarch butterflies. Milkweed is the sole host plant for monarch caterpillars, so growing milkweed will help support their population.

Butterfly Milkweed is a native species suitable for dry gardens and open areas of the landscape.

BUTTERFLY MILKWEED DESCRIPTION

This Milkweed species features lance-shaped leaves and clusters of orangey-yellow flowers atop sturdy stems.

The flower clusters measure approximately 2 to 5 inches across, and come in vivid shades of orange.

Their fragrance attracts a variety of pollinators, including butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.

BENEFITS OF SWAMP MILKWEED

• Low-maintenance plant once established
• Perennial flowering plant
• Self-seeds
• Butterfly magnet
• Wildlife habitat

Create a butterfly haven in your garden with the enchanting Swamp Milkweed! Order now to attract butterflies, support monarch populations, and add a touch of native beauty to your outdoor space.

• Lifespan: Perennial
• Colors: Orange
• Height: 1 to 2 feet
• Time to Germinate: 10 to 20 days
• Time to Maturity: 2 to 3 years

Learn more about how to grow Butterfly Milkweed here.

TERMS OF SALE

Sold by weight — you’ll receive a minimum of 400 mg of seeds or more in a small envelope, as well as detailed instructions for planting and care.

Shipping is flat rate is for the first pack of seeds, with FREE SHIPPING on all additional seed packets in the same order.