Butterflyweed | Asclepias tuberosa | Heirloom | Non-GMO | 50 Seeds

Butterflyweed | Asclepias tuberosa | Seeds | Heirloom | Non-GMO | 50 Seeds

Bright, bold, and butterfly-approved, Butterflyweed (Asclepias tuberosa) is a native perennial milkweed that produces clusters of vivid orange flowers on upright stems. A key host plant for Monarch caterpillars, it also supports a wide variety of pollinators with its nectar-rich blooms.

Drought-tolerant and long-lived, this low-maintenance wildflower is ideal for native gardens, pollinator patches, and dry, sunny borders.

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate

Requires patience while establishing, but becomes a hardy, resilient perennial with minimal care.

Pollinator Friendly:

• Larval host for Monarch butterflies
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects
• Drought-tolerant native pollinator plant

Planting & Care Details:

• Light: Full Sun
• Plant Height: 24–36"
• Spacing: 12–18" apart
• Watering: Low once established
• Soil: Well-drained; thrives in sandy or rocky soil
• Frost Tolerance: Hardy perennial (Zones 3–9)

TO START:

Cold stratify seeds for 30 days for best germination. Direct sow in fall or early spring. Sow ¼" deep. Germinates in 10–30 days with warm temps.

GROWING TIPS:

• Roots prefer to stay undisturbed—avoid transplanting
• Slow to establish in year one, vigorous in year two
• Let seed pods mature for reseeding or harvesting