Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa) Bare Root - 10 Plants | Monarch Host, Drought-Tolerant

About This Plant

Butterfly Weed, Asclepias tuberosa, is a herbaceous perennial known for bright orange flower clusters that attract monarchs and other pollinators. It forms a sturdy plant with a deep taproot and grows to about 1-3 ft tall by 1-2 ft wide. It is drought-tolerant once established and prefers full sun with well-drained soil.

What You Will Receive

10 organically grown bare-root Butterfly Weed plants (Asclepias tuberosa).

• Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
• Common Name: Butterfly Weed
• Scientific Name: Asclepias tuberosa
• Form: Bare-root starter plants
• USDA Hardiness: Zones 3-9
• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
• Water: Low; drought-tolerant once established

Growing and care: Space 6 inches apart in rows 6-12 inches apart. Plant rhizomes just below soil surface with buds facing up. Water lightly after planting; minimal watering once established. Avoid transplanting due to deep taproot. Mulch with hardwood leaves or shredded bark.

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