Butterfly Milkweed Seed Packet
Butterfly Milkweed Seed Packet
Butterfly Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias tuberosa) transform gardens into ecological sanctuaries with their vibrant orange blooms. This drought-tolerant perennial serves as a critical host plant for monarch butterfly larvae and provides abundant nectar for diverse pollinators. By incorporating these seeds into your landscape, you're not only adding striking visual interest to your landscape but actively contributing to butterfly conservation efforts. Ideal for butterfly gardens and naturalized areas where this low-maintenance perennial can establish itself and support biodiversity for years to come.
- Hardy perennial
- Vibrant orange blooms
- Flowers attract beneficial pollinators
- Leaves nourish monarch butterfly caterpillars
- Drought-tolerant
- Low-maintenance
- Native plant to North America
- Comes in a 1 gram seed packet
Planting and Care Tips
Plant Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) in well-drained sandy or loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0. While adaptable to poor soil conditions, this native perennial performs optimally in nutrient-rich environments. Position in full sun, providing 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to encourage robust growth and prolific flowering. Initially maintain consistent soil moisture without waterlogging, then reduce irrigation frequency as plants establish their deep taproot system. This drought-tolerant native requires minimal supplemental watering once established, making it an excellent low-maintenance choice for butterfly gardens and naturalized landscapes.
