Butterfly Milkweed
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- Asclepias tuberosa
- North American Native
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Pairs well with
Vibrant orange flower clusters are a magnet for monarch butterflies and other pollinators. This drought-tolerant native develops a deep taproot and thrives in poor, dry soils.
Size at Maturity
Height 18"- 30" Spread 12"- 24"
Growing Zone
USDA Hardiness Zones 3-8
Lowest Temperatures -40°F to -30°F
Light Requirements
Full sun to part sun- at least 4 hours direct sun per day
Host Plant For
Monarch butterfly, Queen butterfly, Milkweed Tussock Moth
Wildlife Benefits
Native Range
AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV
Special Conditions
Seasons of Interest
How to Plant
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