Asclepias tuberosa

Perennial Plant of the Year 2017

Butterfly Weed

Zone 4 - 9

A showy ornamental which is also an important plant for the Monarch Butterfly as well as other varieties. In mid-summer it produces large, flattened clusters of bright orange flowers. Followed by interesting seedpods. Prefers a sunny, well-drained, fertile location. Easy to grow but must be protected from winter wet. Native to Ontario. HEIGHT: 30-60 cm SPREAD: 30-50 cm

1 gallon container size

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