Butterfly Milkweed 'Deep Red'
Butterfly Milkweed 'Deep Red'
Asclepias Tuberosa
Butterfly Weed
Orange Milkweed
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Asclepias Tuberosa | Butterfly Milkweed | Butterfly Weed | Asclepias tuberosa
Asclepias Tuberosa Butterfly Milkweed is a vibrant, native perennial prized for its clusters of brilliant orange flowers that bloom profusely from summer into fall, attracting monarch butterflies and pollinators to meadows, cottage gardens, or xeriscapes. This upright clump-former features narrow green leaves and deep taproots for exceptional drought tolerance, thriving in tough conditions while supporting essential butterfly larvae with its milkweed sap. Its deer resistance, low maintenance, and long-lived nature make it indispensable for wildlife gardens and naturalized areas.
Growing Asclepias Tuberosa Butterfly Milkweed
- Light: Full sun.
- Soil: Well-draining sandy, loamy, or poor soil.
- Water: Drought-tolerant once established; water sparingly during first year.
- Maintenance: No pruning needed; cut back in late winter if desired.
- Wildlife: Essential host for monarch butterflies; attracts bees and hummingbirds.
- Hardiness: USDA zones 3–9; tolerates heat, poor soil, and dry conditions.
Shipping Info
Asclepias Tuberosa Butterfly Milkweed are shipped as you plant starts in 4" nursery pots. The plants can be re-potted after they recover from shipping stress approximately 1 to 2 weeks.
Growing Zones
3 - 9
Low Temperature
-40°F
High Temperature
95°F
Fragrant
No
Polinator Required
No
Polinator Friendly
Yes
Flower Color
Orange
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained
Moisture
Low to medium
Sun Exposure
Full sun
Mature Spread
1-2 feet
Mature Height
1-2 feet
Bloom Period
Late spring through summer
Pruning Time
Late winter/early spring
Pet Safe
Yes
Perennial / Annual
Perennial
Evergreen / Deciduous
Deciduous
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