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Asclepias tuberosa
Butterfly Weed

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DESCRIPTION
Asclepias tuberosa, commonly known as butterfly weed, is a vibrant perennial that produces clusters of bright orange to reddish-orange flowers during its blooming season, which extends from late spring through summer. The showy blooms are highly attractive to pollinators, particularly butterflies, making it a favorite for wildlife gardens. Its upright stems and lance-shaped leaves provide a handsome backdrop to the colorful flower heads.

Native to North America, Asclepias tuberosa thrives in open fields, prairies, and sunny meadows, reflecting its origins as a resilient wildflower. It is also known for its role in supporting monarch butterfly populations, as it serves as a host plant for their caterpillars. This plant’s adaptability and pollinator-friendly nature make it a cherished addition to naturalized and pollinator-focused landscapes.

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DESCRIPTION
Asclepias tuberosa, commonly known as butterfly weed, is a vibrant perennial that produces clusters of bright orange to reddish-orange flowers during its blooming season, which extends from late spring through summer. The showy blooms are highly attractive to pollinators, particularly butterflies, making it a favorite for wildlife gardens. Its upright stems and lance-shaped leaves provide a handsome backdrop to the colorful flower heads.

Native to North America, Asclepias tuberosa thrives in open fields, prairies, and sunny meadows, reflecting its origins as a resilient wildflower. It is also known for its role in supporting monarch butterfly populations, as it serves as a host plant for their caterpillars. This plant’s adaptability and pollinator-friendly nature make it a cherished addition to naturalized and pollinator-focused landscapes.

DESCRIPTION
Asclepias tuberosa, commonly known as butterfly weed, is a vibrant perennial that produces clusters of bright orange to reddish-orange flowers during its blooming season, which extends from late spring through summer. The showy blooms are highly attractive to pollinators, particularly butterflies, making it a favorite for wildlife gardens. Its upright stems and lance-shaped leaves provide a handsome backdrop to the colorful flower heads.

Native to North America, Asclepias tuberosa thrives in open fields, prairies, and sunny meadows, reflecting its origins as a resilient wildflower. It is also known for its role in supporting monarch butterfly populations, as it serves as a host plant for their caterpillars. This plant’s adaptability and pollinator-friendly nature make it a cherished addition to naturalized and pollinator-focused landscapes.

 
  • Family: Apocynaceae
    Height: 2 to 3 feet
    Width: 1 to 2 feet
    Foliage color: Green, lance-shaped leaves
    Flower color: Bright orange clusters
    Bloom time: Late spring to early fall
    Light requirements: Full sun
    Water requirements: Low; drought-tolerant at maturity
    Maintenance: Low; cut back in late fall or early spring to encourage new growth
    Growing zone: USDA zones 3–9
    Wildlife attractors: Butterflies, especially monarchs, and other pollinators

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