Butterfly Weed
Asclepias tuberosa
Landscape Focus
A bold seasonal color perennial used as a pollinator and monarch host plant in dry prairie and sunny borders.
Plant Details
Soil Type: Sand, Loam
Soil Moisture: Dry, Medium
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Height: 1' - 2'
Spacing: 18"
Bloom Color: Bright orange
Bloom Time: June, July
Root Type: Deep taproot
Benefits: Monarch Host Plant, Butterflies, Pollinators, Deer Resistant
Plant Description
Butterfly Weed is a standout prairie perennial known for its vivid orange flowers and value to monarch butterflies. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and does not tolerate heavy, poorly drained sites. Because of its deep taproot, it resents transplanting once established. Cut stems back in early spring and avoid excessive watering.
Butterfly Weed
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