Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)

Description

*Available in May

A course perennial forb with stunning orange flowers, native to Allegany County. Butterfly Weed’s nectar is beneficial for adult monarchs

Sun: Full – partial

Soil: Medium – medium-dry

Plant height: Growing up to 2’ tall

Duration: Perennial

Flowering period: June – August

Planting Season: Late Spring or Fall

Soil pH: 5.5-6.0