Asclepias tuberosa
A member of the milkweed genus, this is a favorite among many species of butterflies and is host to Monarch and Queen caterpillars. The vibrant clusters of small orange flowers have a particularly long bloom time, often beginning in June and ending in late August. A great choice to add variety in height and color in your pollinator garden.
Zone: 3-9 (Map)
Habitat: Average, well-drained soils but can tolerate a range of conditions. Full sun.
Growth: 1 ft wide, 2 ft tall at maturity.
Butterfly Milkweed is a member of the milkweed genus, and favorite among many species of butterflies, including Monarch and Queen caterpillars.
Butterfly Milkweed is a member of the milkweed genus, and favorite among many species of butterflies, including Monarch and Queen caterpillars.
Asclepias tuberosa
A member of the milkweed genus, this is a favorite among many species of butterflies and is host to Monarch and Queen caterpillars. The vibrant clusters of small orange flowers have a particularly long bloom time, often beginning in June and ending in late August. A great choice to add variety in height and color in your pollinator garden.
Zone: 3-9 (Map)
Habitat: Average, well-drained soils but can tolerate a range of conditions. Full sun.
Growth: 1 ft wide, 2 ft tall at maturity.
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