Butterfly Milkweed

Asclepias tuberosa
Orange clusters of attractive flowers.

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Bulk lb $280.00
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Ounce $28.00
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Packet $4.00
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Height Range: 12 - 24 inches
Seeding Rate: 3 oz. / 1,000 sq ft
Seeds Per Pound: 67000
Colors: Orange
Growing Season: April - July

Viewed by many as one of the most attractive prairie plants, Butterfly Milkweed displays orange clusters of dainty flowers. It is adapted to a large range, and once established, its deep, thick root system provides drought tolerance. It does not spread as aggressively as Common Milkweed. It attracts butterflies and makes a desirable landscape plant when started inside, then transplanted. Blooms may not appear until two to three years after planting. This perennial flower blooms June through September. One packet contains 7 grams.