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Butterfly Milkweed - Asclepias Tuberosa

Butterfly Milkweed plants are known for vibrant orange flowers, attracting monarchs, and significant ecological benefits, making them a popular choice in landscaping. Beyond its visual appeal, this native North American plant offers numerous advantages to any landscape's overall health and beauty.

Butterfly Milkweed Is a Long Blooming Perennial

The plant instantly captivates with its vibrant hues and delicate beauty. Also known as Asclepias tuberosa, this wildflower can be found in various prairies and grasslands throughout the United States and parts of Florida. Are you ready to transform your garden with this stunning flower, sure to become the crown jewel of your collection?

Butterfly Milkweed Is Sure To Dazzle

The charm of this plant lies in its dazzling array of bright colors. Fiery oranges are punctuated with bursts of sunny yellows that grow in small groups. The blossoms are supported by hearty green stems and thin, pointed leaves that ensure the flowers themselves take center stage. Though it may be in full bloom during spring and summer, this plant continues to enchant with its enduring beauty well through the fall. Because it is a resilient, robust plant, it makes an excellent choice for both seasoned gardeners expanding their collection and new green thumbs embarking on their horticultural journeys.

Is it any surprise butterflies are part of this wildflower's name? These plants are rich in nectar, which attracts many butterflies to the landscape. You can create your sanctuary with these adorable flowers that invite dozens of fluttering visitors to your lawn. The true beauty of this plant lies in how it harmonizes with the natural world around it. The fluttering friends it attracts go on to pollinate other flowers and support a healthy, happy ecosystem for everyone to enjoy. No matter where they are planted, these flowers create a ripple effect that nourishes the spirit of their beholder and the more fantastic world around them.

Plant it alongside the purple coneflower, black-eyed susan, and bee balm to enhance your garden's allure for butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. No matter where it is planted, this beautiful wildflower shimmers like a gem and adds an unmistakable beauty to the landscape. With irresistible colors, unwavering resilience, and a lovely connection to nature, it's no wonder that so many gardeners are instantly charmed by the brilliance of these wildflowers.

It should be grown in full sunlight and in soil that is well-drained. It is an excellent plant for pollinator-friendly landscapes. 

It is indigenous to the North American region and is primarily associated with fields, roadsides, and open wooded regions. Their occurrence is more frequent in dry to moderately moist soils. 

It is a flowering plant that produces orange flowers to attract bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. It has thin, pointed leaves of lanceolate type and develops seed pods, which contain silky loose hairs. 

It consists of clusters of bright orange flowers that are reddish-brown from the top and display glossy green leaves in mid to late summer. The plant brings a nice, vibrant look to gardens and other natural settings. 

Butterfly milkweed has a perennial lifecycle; it can live up to 20 years if conditions are perfect for growth. Once planted, it needs very little attention and flawlessly produces stunning beauty and environmental enrichment year after year for your landscape.

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Bloom Season

Summer

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Bloom/Foliage Color

Orange

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Height at Maturity

Over 12"

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Care

Butterfly Milkweed flourishes in well-drained soil and is tolerant to drought. Water it moderately, permitting the soil to dry between waterings. Prune finished blooms to promote new growth and remove weeds to reduce competition. Mulching around the plant is also beneficial.

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Plant Reproduction

Butterfly Milkweed spreads via seeds dispersed by wind and insects.

Planting bare-root perennials is best in any season if they are dormant; we only sell dormant plants. Planting them year-round is also excellent if you can get dormant perennials. When your bare-root perennials arrive, soak the roots in water for a few hours to rehydrate them. Lant by digging a hole wide enough to spread the roots comfortably and deep enough to place the top portion crown (where the roots meet the stem) at or slightly above ground level. Position the plant in the hole, backfill with native soil, and gently firm the soil around the roots—water well after planting to settle the soil around the plant and eliminate air. Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch to keep weeds at bay and moisture locked in, keeping the mulch away from the crown. Irrigate plants regularly during the first few weeks of drought; never water in full sun, and water late in the evenings to ensure the roots are established well. Fertilize sparingly in the first year, using a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in subsequent years as needed. 

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Attracts butterflies & monarchs
Long summer blooming season
Low maintenance, striking color
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What We Ship

The Benefits of Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are shipped without soil or pots, making them lightweight and easy to handle. They arrive dormant, ready to be planted and thrive as beautiful, healthy additions to your garden.

Cost-Effective

With no heavy pots or soil, you'll save 50-60% on shipping costs, and you can easily plant our plants yourself—no equipment needed, just a spade for digging small holes.

Hassle-Free

Bare root plants are hassle-free because they're lightweight, easy to handle, and require minimal packaging. They establish quickly, saving you time and effort in planting and maintenance.

Better Growth

Bareroot dormant plants are more hardy because they adapt better to new environments, with stronger root systems that establish quickly, leading to greater resilience and improved survival rates in various conditions.

Eco-Friendly

Bare root native plants are environmentally friendly because they promote biodiversity, require less water and maintenance, and support local ecosystems, making them a sustainable choice for eco-conscious gardening

Features
Why You Will Love Our Butterfly Milkweed

Pollinator Magnet

Attracts a variety of beneficial insects like butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, enhancing the health and diversity of your garden. It’s an excellent way to support local pollinator populations.

Native Plant

Being native to North America, it supports local wildlife and ecosystems. It’s well-adapted to regional conditions, ensuring robust growth and sustainability.

Resilient and Low Maintenance

This wildflower’s unwavering resilience makes it easy to care for while enduring various conditions, ensuring it remains a standout feature in your garden.

Beautiful Cut Flowers: 

The striking blooms make excellent cut flowers for bouquets, adding a touch of natural beauty to your indoor decor. Brighten up your home with flowers that last.


Caring Tips

How do I care for my Butterfly Milkweed?

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Care Tips

Butterfly Milkweed flourishes in well-drained soil and is tolerant to drought. Water it moderately, permitting the soil to dry between waterings. Prune finished blooms to promote new growth and remove weeds to reduce competition. Mulching around the plant is also beneficial.

Light Requirements

Butterfly Milkweed thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It prefers well-drained soil and benefits from the bright, warm conditions to produce vibrant flowers and attract pollinators.

Hardy Planting Zones

3 • 4 • 5 • 6 • 7 • 8 • 9

Customer Reviews

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Linda C Robinson

Perfect condition and at the right time

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Diana Campbell
Healthy Plants

I just got my plants and they are very healthy. All will show their glory next spring and I am looking forward to seeing them sprout. Thanks for the great service TN!

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Cally
Butterfly milkweed

Plants arrived in better condition than expected. They also sent more than I ordered which made my heart so happy as I am working on a butterfly garden and preserving monarch’s in the central Florida region. Once I potted the roots in potting soil they all took off growing almost immediately. I think there is only one that I haven’t noticed much change with so far. But only time will tell. Overall I am so happy and will continue to order more from the TN nursery!

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Teresa Robbins
Very pleased

Milkweed arrived very quickly and roots look great but no leaves yet. Planted them right away and then left for 5 days. When we got home all the plants had leaves and had grown so much. I am very excited to see them grow and hopefully have monarch butterflies.

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Monte Broughton
They are growing

I have several different plants in shipping recovery status in this historic drought. They are growing in pots in a tub full of potting soil.