Asclepias tuberosa

Butterfly Milkweed

Asclepias tuberosa

Description

Butterfly Milkweed is a perennial wildflower native to North America, known for its vibrant orange flowers that attract butterflies, especially the monarch. It is a hardy plant that grows well in dry, sandy, or gravelly soils and is drought-tolerant once established. This species is often used in gardens for naturalization or in butterfly gardens.
Life Cycle
perennial
Height
1 to 3 feet
Sun Exposure
Full sun
Bloom Months
June, July, August, September, October
Bloom Color
Bloom Description
Bright orange flowers