Overview
Our Tall Green Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias hirtella) offer an excellent opportunity to cultivate a native perennial that supports pollinators like butterflies, including monarchs. Each pack contains 50 seeds, ideal for establishing a vibrant and ecologically beneficial garden area.
Key Features
- Attracts butterflies and other pollinators, enhancing biodiversity.
- Produces green foliage with clusters of distinctive flowers blooming in late summer.
- Thrives in full sun to partial shade, adaptable to various garden environments.
- Drought-tolerant once established, requiring low maintenance.
- Prefers well-drained soil for optimal growth and flowering.
- Grows erect to heights of 3-4 feet, adding vertical interest.
- Suitable for hardiness zones 3 through 9.
Growing Information
Tall Green Milkweed grows best in well-drained soil and can tolerate moderate watering. It prefers full sun to partial shade conditions. Once established, the plant is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for gardeners seeking low-maintenance native plants. This perennial typically reaches 3 to 4 feet in height, providing structure and support for pollinators throughout the growing season.