Asclepias tuberosa 'Butterfly Milkweed'

Asclepias tuberosa — Butterfly Milkweed

Asclepias tuberosa, commonly known as Butterfly Milkweed, is a vibrant, pollinator-friendly perennial that brightens the garden with clusters of orange to yellow flowers. Its nectar-rich blooms are a favorite of butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, making it an essential addition to pollinator gardens. With its upright, clump-forming habit and deep taproot, this hardy plant is drought-tolerant once established and thrives in sunny, well-drained locations. Perfect for borders, wildflower gardens, and naturalized landscapes, Butterfly Milkweed combines beauty with ecological value.

Key Features

• Brilliant clusters of orange to yellow, nectar-rich flowers

• Highly attractive to butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds

• Upright, clump-forming perennial with deep taproot

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Ideal for borders, wildflower gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes

• Low-maintenance and long-lived

Specs

• Botanical Name: Asclepias tuberosa

• Common Name: Butterfly Milkweed

• Height: 18–36"

• Spread: 12–24"

• Sun Exposure: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained; tolerates poor soils

• Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

• Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9

• Bloom Time: Mid to late summer

• Flower Color: Orange to yellow