Transform your garden into a vibrant pollinator paradise with our 10 Butterfly Weed plants (Asclepias tuberosa). These bare-root perennials are not only drought-tolerant but also serve as an essential host plant for monarch butterflies, making them a perfect addition for any wildlife-friendly garden.
- Includes 10 organically grown bare-root Butterfly Weed plants (Asclepias tuberosa)
- Monarch Host Plant: Essential milkweed species for monarch caterpillars & butterflies
- Pollinator Magnet: Attracts butterflies, bees, & hummingbirds
- Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in poor, dry soils once established
- Cold Hardy Perennial: Returns year after year in USDA Zones 3-9
- Low Maintenance: Prefers full sun, well-drained soil, and minimal watering
- Bright Orange Blooms: Adds vibrant summer color to gardens, prairies, & meadows
Common Name: Butterfly Weed
Scientific Name: Asclepias tuberosa
Sunlight: Full sun
Watering: Low; drought-tolerant once established
Soil: Well-drained, sandy, or loamy soil
Hardiness Zones: 3-9
Growth Habit: Moderate, 1-3 ft tall and 1-2 ft wide
Format: 10 bare-root plants