Asclepias tuberosa - Butterfly Weed

Asclepias tuberosa is a low maintenance native that attracts butterflies. The flowers produce abundant nectar while the undersides of the leaves are used to raise Monarch butterfly larva.

  • Beautiful orange flowers all summer
  • Attractive seed heads
  • Height: 12-24 in
  • Spread: 12-20 in
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-9

Butterfly Weed Characteristics & Attributes:

Exposure
Full Sun
Habit
Upright
Soil Moisture
Dry
Average
Season of Interest
Resistance
Tolerance
Attracts Wildlife
Attributes
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Photo courtesy of Garden Center Marketing
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Asclepias tuberosa - Butterfly Weed from Hillcrest Nursery
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