Asclepias tuberosa (butterfly milkweed)

Price range: $7.99 through $18.99

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Butterfly milkweed is cute, short(12″-30″), and orange! It is beloved by hummingbirds and butterflies alike. It is a host to the Monarch butterfly and other lepidoptera. It does great in a dry sunny spot, but will tolerate a little shade. This milkweed is fantastic along borders and walkways and will delight you!

Attributes and Characteristics

Asclepias tuberosa (butterfly milkweed)

Full sun, part shade
1′-2.5′ Height, 1′-2′ Width
Average to Dry Soil
June, July, Aug Bloom Time
Monarch Butterfly Host Plant
Host Plant Other
Orange Summer Flowers
Attractive Fall/Winter Interest
Pollinator Powerhouse
Adaptable
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Salt Tolerant
Non-Aggressive Variety
Compaction Tolerant
Low Maintenance
Meadow
Hell Strip

Pick up Information

All orders are for pickup at our nursery in Westport, MA, with the exception of any kits specified as Nantucket Kits. Please check your email for details!