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RedCrocus Butterfly Weed Asclepias tuberosa- Native Bright Orange Butterfly Plant for Pollinators, Drought Tolerant, Container or Garden Use, Well-Drained Soil, Full Sun 1 Gallon

RedCrocus Butterfly Weed Asclepias tuberosa- Native Bright Orange Butterfly Plant for Pollinators, Drought Tolerant, Container or Garden Use, Well-Drained Soil, Full Sun 1 Gallon

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Butterfly Weed Asclepias tuberosa

Description

A vibrant perennial native to North America, Butterfly Weed features bright orange flowers that attract pollinators and thrive in dry, well-drained soils. It has erect stems with narrow, lance-shaped foliage and produces clusters of tubular flowers during summer.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for butterfly gardens, native plant landscapes, xeriscaping, and border plantings. Its striking orange blooms also work well in cut flower arrangements.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Butterfly Weed Asclepias tuberosa
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Butterfly Weed
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: 1-2 feet tall, spreading 1 foot wide; clumping growth habit
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 3-9
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Narrow, Lance-shaped Foliage
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Summer (June to September)
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full Sun
  • Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: Yes, including butterflies and bees
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Echinacea, Milkweed, Other Native Perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Space 12-18 inches apart.
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Low to Moderate
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Sandy, Well-drained Loam
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Tolerates Dry Conditions
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Minimal; remove dead stems in late fall
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones, protect from harsh winter winds
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as nursery pot
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Light feed in spring with balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Drought tolerant once established
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