Butterfly Weed
Common name
Butterfly Weed
Botanical name
Asclepias tuberosa
Variety
na
Zone
USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light
Sun
Height
12-30" (31-76 cm)
Habit
Clumping
Feed
Use all-purpose
Water
Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color
Orange
Bloom Time
Spring-summer
Maintenance
Mulch to reduce weeds
About
Vibrant flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden and are striking when planted with achillea or artemisia. This native plant adapts well to poor, dry soil and is ideal in meadow gardens or natural areas. Good as a cut flower; dry seedpods for crafts.
