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Enter the approximate length and width of the area you will be planting and click 'Calculate' to determine how many Asclepias tuberosa you will need.
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Asclepias tuberosa
Butterfly Milkweed
- Native perennial
- Beautiful orange flowers all summer
- Attractive seed heads
- Food source for Monarch butterflies
- Category: Perennials
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Height: 12-24 in
- Spread: 12-20 in
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Dark Green |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer Bloomer |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Asclepias tuberosa
To care for Asclepias tuberosa, commonly known as butterfly weed, ensure it is planted in well-drained soil and receives full sun for optimal growth. Water it moderately, allowing the soil to dry out between watering, and remove any weeds that may compete for nutrients.
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