Native PlantsPerennial
Butterfly Weed Milkweed
Asclepias tuberosa
The essential host plant for Monarch butterflies! Bright orange flower clusters attract numerous pollinators while providing critical habitat for Monarch caterpillars.
Growth Habits
Size
Height: 1-2.5 feet
Sunlight
Full sun
Water Needs
Low watering
Bloom Time
Summer to early fall
Wildlife Attractions
Attracts
Monarch ButterfliesBees
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