Photo by: Marla Blevins
Photo by: Marla Blevins Photo by: Marla Blevins

Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)

One of the most popular milkweeds, due to its unique color and short stature. A host plant for the monarch butterfly; though its not their favorite. Can be difficult to establish; don't over-water.
Availability: Limited quantity Table #: 12-East
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We are not accepting online orders at this time. Please visit us in person at the nursery where we have a wide selection of plants, or at an off-site sales event where we will have a more limited selection. You may make a reservation for pickup at our nursery for an additional $5 per order. There is no additional fee to make a reservation for off-site sales events but prices are higher to help offset the additional costs of these events.* To make a reservation, copy your custom wishlist link found at the bottom of your wishlist page and send it to us from our contact page along with any questions.

Please note that inventory is subject to change and shipping is not available.

* Off-site sales prices (tax included): $7.25 for 1.5 pints; $13.50 for 1-gallons; $16.00 for 4x14 treepots; $20.00 for 6x16 treepots; and $20.00 for 6-packs.

Products specifications
Attribute nameAttribute value
SunPart Shade, Sun
MoistureDry, Semi Dry, Average
Max height (ft)3
Life cyclePerennial
Bloom color
 
Bloom timeJune, July, August
TraitsDeer resistance, Rabbit resistance, Attracts/hosts butterflies, Attracts bees, Attracts moths, Attracts other insects, Attracts hummingbirds, Cut flower, Salt tolerant
Plant spacing18-24"
Alternative names*Butterflyweed, Orange Monarch's Delight

*Some common names hold the potential to be considered derogatory, insensitive, or othering to individuals or groups of peoples. Some of these terms are listed here as we strive to transition the industry to new widely-accepted common names. Additionally, scientists have reclassified several species of plants in the past few decades and many people are still referring to older scientific names which may be listed here during this transition period.